Technical Issues Plague New Tesla Cars with Autonomous Driving
Recent reports have surfaced about the latest Tesla cars experiencing computer glitches, specifically with their autonomous driving features. The issue has been ongoing for several weeks, with many owners complaining about hardware failures after only a few hundred kilometers of driving.
When the computers fail, they not only deactivate the autopilot and full autonomous driving modes but also other essential features such as the vehicle cameras, GPS, navigation, and active safety features.
Experts believe the problem is related to the latest version of the autonomous driving chips, known as HW4, which are prone to short-circuiting due to low voltage batteries. This issue affects the devices during rear camera calibration.
Concerns Over Tesla’s Response to the Issue
So far, Tesla has not publicly acknowledged or issued a statement about the situation. Rumors suggest that the company’s technical service has been instructed to downplay any safety concerns with new cars to prevent them from being driven. However, these claims are unconfirmed.
As a result, Tesla is obligated to report the problem to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, as a faulty rear camera violates federal safety regulations. This could potentially lead to a recall of affected vehicles.
Potential Consequences for Tesla
The outcome of this situation is still uncertain. If a software update can resolve the issue, it may soon be forgotten. However, the primary solution being discussed is a complete replacement of the computer.
Tesla is currently considering replacing computers and applying a software patch as temporary solutions. Due to the large number of affected vehicles, service appointments are being postponed until next year.
Ultimately, the consequences of this issue will likely be costly, and the saturation of Tesla’s technical service may result in lengthy delays before owners can have their vehicles repaired.