Tesla Recall 2022: Windshield Defrosting Could Be An Issue In Some Vehicles

Tesla (TSLA) is recalling over 26,600 vehicles because of a windshield defrosting issue that could affect driver visibility and increase the risk of a crash.

The recall affects certain 2021 to 2022 Model 3, 2021 to 2022 Model S, 2021 to 2022 Model X, and 2020 to 2022 Model Y vehicles.

The issue stems from a software error that could cause the valve in the heat pump to open unintentionally. This could cause refrigerant to trap inside the evaporator, decreasing the defrosting performance, Tesla said.

It is also a violation of a Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard.

To repair the defrosting problem, Tesla will issue an over-the-air software update at no charge to affected electric vehicle owners.

Owners can expect to receive a recall notification by starting on April 1.

Questions about the recall can be directed to Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.

Tesla said in recall documents that it was not aware of any crashes or injuries related to the recall.

The recall comes after Tesla issued two recalls last week – one for over 817,000 vehicles over a seatbelt safety issue and the other for nearly 54,000 cars and SUVs because the Full-Self Driving feature may fail to come to a complete stop at a stop sign.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration records, this is the 14th recall made by Tesla since January 2021, as reported by ABC News.

As of Wednesday at 12:57 p.m. EST, shares of Tesla were trading at $936.43, up $14.43, or 1.57%.