19:24 23-10-2025

Cybertruck recall: Tesla issues OTA fix for overly bright lights

Tesla has recalled 63,619 Cybertruck pickups in the U.S. over a software glitch that made the front position lights too bright. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the flaw could dazzle oncoming drivers and pose a safety risk.

Regulators say the problem isn’t hardware-related but stems from code that let the parking lights exceed allowable brightness. Tesla promptly pushed an over-the-air update that automatically adjusts the lighting parameters. The fix is free and doesn’t require a service visit—another example of the brand using remote updates to keep cars within spec.

It’s the second Tesla recall in a week: a day earlier, the company pulled nearly 13,000 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles over a battery component issue that could cause a sudden loss of propulsion.

Frequent software patches cut downtime and sidestep dealer involvement, yet they also keep questions alive about the polish of Tesla’s code. The quick OTA remedy shows the advantage of a software-first approach, even as repeated fixes nudge attention toward how rigorously updates are validated.

Industry observers note that this software-driven recall model is fast becoming the norm—especially as the modern car edges ever closer to a “smartphone on wheels.”