Not the software, not the battery: Tesla's new recall hangs on a part that's easy to miss
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Tesla has announced a recall of 14,575 Model Y SUVs in the United States. The cause lies not in the battery, Autopilot or power electronics, but in a missing certification label carrying data on the vehicle's permissible weight.
According to NHTSA, without that marking an owner may misjudge the load and overload the car. In practice this raises the risk of a crash: an overloaded vehicle brakes worse, puts more strain on the tires and suspension, and behaves less predictably during maneuvers.
Tesla must inspect the affected Model Y units and fit the missing label free of charge. The regulator reports no accidents, injuries or deaths linked to the problem.
Against the backdrop of campaigns Tesla usually closes with over-the-air updates, this recall looks minor. But software won't help here: owners need a physical inspection and the label installed. For anyone buying a used Model Y, it's one more reminder — checking the VIN is worth it not only because of major defects, but also because of «paperwork» trifles like this, which still affect safety and the legality of driving the car.
This English edition was prepared using AI translation under editorial oversight by SpeedMe. The original reporting is by Polina Kotikova