Tesla said the automatic window reversal system in some of its cars may not react correctly after detecting an obstruction. AP
Tesla said the automatic window reversal system in some of its cars may not react correctly after detecting an obstruction. AP
Tesla said the automatic window reversal system in some of its cars may not react correctly after detecting an obstruction. AP
Tesla said the automatic window reversal system in some of its cars may not react correctly after detecting an obstruction. AP

Tesla recalls nearly 1 million vehicles over window glitch


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Electric carmaker Tesla is recalling nearly 1.1 million vehicles covering all four of its models because the windows can pinch a person's fingers when rolled up, US safety regulators said in a filing.

In the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's filing, Tesla said the car windows' automatic reversal system may not correctly react when detecting an obstruction. The NHTSA said it is a violation of federal safety standards for powered windows.

The recall covers the Model S, X, 3 and Y vehicles with certain models, ranging from 2017 to 2022, the safety regulator said in Thursday's filing.

Tesla technicians first discovered the problem during production testing from August 19-23. Earlier this month, the carmaker issued a voluntary recall.

The company said it plans to fix the problem through an over-the-air firmware update, so Tesla owners do not need to wait for service to be done on their vehicles. Cars in production and pre-delivery received the update, starting on September 13.

Tesla said it was not aware of any warranty claims, crashes, injuries or deaths as a result of the defect.

Tesla engineers hit Dubai desert for 'extreme heat and durability testing'

  • Tesla field quality engineers have been in Dubai at the hottest time of the year, analysing the electric cars for their durability and performance in extreme temperatures. All photos: Tesla
    Tesla field quality engineers have been in Dubai at the hottest time of the year, analysing the electric cars for their durability and performance in extreme temperatures. All photos: Tesla
  • Tesla posted about the tests on Instagram, saying the cars had experienced temperatures greater than 50°C.
    Tesla posted about the tests on Instagram, saying the cars had experienced temperatures greater than 50°C.
  • The line-up of cars tested includes the Model Y, the refreshed Model X and the Model 3.
    The line-up of cars tested includes the Model Y, the refreshed Model X and the Model 3.
  • The engineers took on sand, mountain roads and gravel-strewn tracks.
    The engineers took on sand, mountain roads and gravel-strewn tracks.
  • Testing a car for durability requires it to be pushed to the limit.
    Testing a car for durability requires it to be pushed to the limit.
  • The company does its cold weather testing in Alaska, the US.
    The company does its cold weather testing in Alaska, the US.
  • The engineers may also have looked at the performance of the new heat pump, which was introduced into the Model Y last year.
    The engineers may also have looked at the performance of the new heat pump, which was introduced into the Model Y last year.
  • Hitting the dunes.
    Hitting the dunes.
  • Tesla field quality engineers will study the data to help improve the performance of the electric vehicles.
    Tesla field quality engineers will study the data to help improve the performance of the electric vehicles.

The Associated Press contributed to this report

UAE v Gibraltar

What: International friendly

When: 7pm kick off

Where: Rugby Park, Dubai Sports City

Admission: Free

Online: The match will be broadcast live on Dubai Exiles’ Facebook page

UAE squad: Lucas Waddington (Dubai Exiles), Gio Fourie (Exiles), Craig Nutt (Abu Dhabi Harlequins), Phil Brady (Harlequins), Daniel Perry (Dubai Hurricanes), Esekaia Dranibota (Harlequins), Matt Mills (Exiles), Jaen Botes (Exiles), Kristian Stinson (Exiles), Murray Reason (Abu Dhabi Saracens), Dave Knight (Hurricanes), Ross Samson (Jebel Ali Dragons), DuRandt Gerber (Exiles), Saki Naisau (Dragons), Andrew Powell (Hurricanes), Emosi Vacanau (Harlequins), Niko Volavola (Dragons), Matt Richards (Dragons), Luke Stevenson (Harlequins), Josh Ives (Dubai Sports City Eagles), Sean Stevens (Saracens), Thinus Steyn (Exiles)

The White Lotus: Season three

Creator: Mike White

Starring: Walton Goggins, Jason Isaacs, Natasha Rothwell

Rating: 4.5/5

Who's who in Yemen conflict

Houthis: Iran-backed rebels who occupy Sanaa and run unrecognised government

Yemeni government: Exiled government in Aden led by eight-member Presidential Leadership Council

Southern Transitional Council: Faction in Yemeni government that seeks autonomy for the south

Habrish 'rebels': Tribal-backed forces feuding with STC over control of oil in government territory

Updated: September 22, 2022, 3:20 PM