Tesla has announced the recall of 2,400 units of its highly anticipated Cybertruck in the United States due to a detected fault in the vehicles' electrical transmission. This recall affects a small percentage of Cybertrucks manufactured between November 2023 and July 2024.
The company, led by Elon Musk, identified the issue as stemming from the propulsion inverter, a critical component that converts electrical energy into motion. If this inverter fails, drivers may experience a loss of power during acceleration, increasing the risk of accidents.
No injuries or fatalities have been reported related to this defect, but the measure has raised concerns within the automotive industry and among consumers who were eagerly awaiting the launch of this innovative model.
The recall will be conducted free of charge, with affected owners receiving instructions to bring their vehicles to authorized Tesla service centers for inspection and repair of the electrical transmission.
This incident adds to a series of recent issues that have raised doubts about Tesla's quality control, following massive adjustments to its fleet due to software failures in previous models.
Compounding the situation, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is investigating a fatal accident in Texas involving the Cybertruck. While details of the incident are not fully clarified, it has increased pressure on Tesla to address safety concerns with its new model.
The Cybertruck was among the brand's most awaited vehicles, featuring a futuristic design and high-performance promises that garnered a significant number of reservations since its unveiling. However, this new recall and the federal investigation present additional challenges for the company as it aims for dominance in the electric vehicle market.
Tesla has not provided further comments on the progress of the investigations or potential additional measures to address these safety issues.