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FILE-A Tesla store is shown in Colma, California in 2023. (David Paul Morris\/Bloomberg via Getty Images)<\/span> <\/p>

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Tesla has recalled 218,868 cars over a faulty rearview camera problem.<\/p>

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration officials in\u00a0a May 5 recall notice<\/u> stated that a delayed rearview image lowers the driver\u2019s view behind the car, elevating the risk of a crash.\u00a0<\/p>

Which Tesla models were recalled?\\<\/h2>
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Why you should care:<\/p>

Tesla\u2019s recall covers<\/u> certain 2017, 2021-2023 Model 3, 2020-2023 Model Y, 2021-2023 Model S, and Model X vehicles operating software version 2026.8.6.\u00a0<\/p>

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The\u00a0rearview camera image<\/u> could be delayed when the car is placed in reverse, which doesn\u2019t comply with federal safety standards for “rear visibility,” according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.<\/p>

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Are repairs available for the recalled Tesla cars?\u00a0<\/h2>

What you can do:<\/p>

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Tesla has released an\u00a0over-the-air (OTA) software<\/u> update for free.\u00a0<\/p>

Tesla will mail\u00a0owner notification<\/u>letters on July 3. Owners with questions about the recall can call Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.\u00a0<\/p>

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