Tesla Recalls 135,000 U.S. Vehicles, After Pressure From Regulators.
Model S and Model X autos
are the focus of the recall.
The National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration (NHTSA) raised the issue
of a recall for the Tesla models in January.
At issue are faulty touchscreens that increase
crash risk when they fail to work properly.
The NHTSA states that safety issues
include exterior turn-signal lights and the
windshield de-fogging system.
A statement from Tesla reveals that the
company agreed to a voluntary recall
“in the interest of bringing administrative
closure to the investigation ...".
"... and to ensure the best ownership
experience for our customers.”.
The recall of the vehicles
will begin on March 30