Billionaire Elon Musk’s American technology company Tesla is recalling 2.03 million electric vehicles it produced due to security vulnerabilities in the autopilot system. This is stated in an application submitted to the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The document was officially published Web site regulator
Autopilot comes standard on every new Tesla. It uses cameras to match vehicle speed with surrounding traffic and help drivers steer the vehicle in clearly marked lanes. At the same time, the person driving the vehicle must always keep their hands on the steering wheel and monitor the road.
In practice, it is stated that the autopilot in Tesla cars does not have sufficient protection against improper use. According to the text, in certain situations, autopilot systems may not adequately monitor the driver’s desire to quickly intervene and take control in an emergency, which can lead to an increased risk of collision.
“Automated technologies promise to improve security, but only if they are used responsibly. NHTSA commented on Tesla’s decision to recall its electric vehicles: “Today’s actions are an example of improving automated systems by prioritizing safety.”
Tesla has been introducing higher-end features called Full Self-Driving since late 2016. This option was withdrawn in February 2023 after NHTSA found that Tesla cars were exceeding highway speed limits while under Autopilot control.
In total, NHTSA has opened more than 50 investigations into crashes involving Tesla vehicles that may have been caused by Autopilot.
Previously in Tesla cars to create The so-called “Elon Musk mode”, which allows you to turn on the autopilot without having to constantly hold the steering wheel with your hands.