Tesla is facing scrutiny as its latest onboard computer hardware, known as HW4, is experiencing widespread failures in newly delivered vehicles.
HW4 chips are reportedly short-circuiting after just a few dozen to several hundred miles of use, disabling important features like Autopilot, Full Self-Driving mode, cameras, GPS, navigation, and active safety systems.
Tesla service teams have allegedly been instructed to downplay safety concerns related to HW4 failures, raising questions about the company's transparency.
The hardware failures are causing frustration for Tesla owners, who are facing delays in repairs due to a lack of spare parts and overwhelmed service centers.