TeslaRecalling 26681 vehicles due to defective windshield defroster technology that could reduce visibility National Highway Traffic Safety Administration saidThis Wednesday

This recall affects 2021-22 Model 3 and Model S vehicles, as well as 2020-22 Model Y cars. Software errors can lead to “an unintentional opening of the valve in heat pump and trapping the refrigerant within the evaporator.” This could cause reduced visibility and lower defroster performance.

NHTSA stated that the issue could lead to an increase in crash risks and does not comply with federal requirements.

In response to this recall, Tesla will offer owners over-the air software updates for no cost. On April 1, owners will receive notifications letters.

This company was last week recalled over 800,000 vehiclesto address the seatbelt chime problem. This issue will take place in December. recalled 475,000 carsRearview camera, trunk problems to be addressed.