Tesla informed the vehicle safety regulator about power steering failures, offering an over-the-air software update as a solution. The company stated no crashes, injuries, or deaths were linked to the issue. This recall follows a previous probe and voluntary recall in China regarding the same systems.
President Donald Trump appointed Tesla CEO Elon Musk to lead a team reducing the federal government workforce and regulations. This move impacted the NHTSA, an agency Musk believes hindered Tesla's progress. The NHTSA has been investigating safety defects in Tesla's Autopilot and Full Self-Driving features, emphasizing the need for drivers to remain attentive.
Reports suggest Musk's team implemented significant layoffs at the NHTSA, reducing its capacity by about 10%. Tesla has not commented on these developments. The company's stock performance may depend on the introduction of new vehicles.
