UNITED STATES: Tesla is recalling 20,349 vehicles in the United States after federal safety regulators determined that low-beam headlights on certain models may be excessively bright, potentially reducing visibility for oncoming drivers and increasing the risk of traffic accidents.
According to the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the recall affects selected Model 3 and Model Y vehicles. The agency said the headlight defect could create glare for other motorists, posing a road safety hazard. Tesla has not yet announced a final remedy for the issue, and the recall process remains under development.
The latest action adds to a growing number of regulatory reviews involving Tesla’s vehicle safety systems as U.S. authorities continue monitoring potential manufacturing and design defects.
Recall Adds to Mounting Regulatory Scrutiny of Tesla
The headlight recall comes just weeks after the NHTSA opened a preliminary investigation into approximately 1.2 million Tesla vehicles over reports of suspension failures that could result in a loss of steering control.
The successive safety actions highlight increasing regulatory oversight of Tesla as the electric vehicle manufacturer faces continued scrutiny over product reliability and compliance with federal vehicle safety standards.
Tesla has not reported any injuries or fatalities linked to the headlight issue. The company is expected to notify affected vehicle owners once a repair solution has been approved by regulators.