Tesla recalls over 76,000 EVs for blinding lights and sudden power loss
The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has once again hit the brakes on Tesla — both literally and figuratively.
According to the agency, a new wave of recalls affects around 76,400 Tesla vehicles, including Model 3 saloons, Model Y SUVs, and the Cybertruck pickup. The reasons are serious: some cars are dazzling oncoming drivers, while others are abruptly losing power.
The largest batch, roughly 63,600 Cybertrucks, is being recalled because of excessively bright marker lights. They shine so intensely that they risk blinding other motorists. The fix is simple — and typically Tesla — a software update. All vehicles built between 13 November 2023 and 11 October 2025 must receive the patch. NHTSA reports that no accidents have been linked to the issue so far, though it certainly raises eyebrows.
The second recall involves around 12,800 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles. This fault is rather more alarming: a defective battery module can cause sudden power loss. The issue affects 2025 Model 3s and 2026 Model Ys. Drivers began reporting problems over the summer, prompting an internal investigation in August. As of 7 October, 36 warranty cases had been filed, none resulting in accidents.
Tesla recalls are no longer rare, more a seasonal occurrence. The company continues to patch issues via over-the-air updates, a convenience that also reveals its fragility. Sometimes a bright idea shines, but sometimes, as Tesla keeps proving, it shines a bit too much.
