Tesla is recalling2016 model year Model X sports utility vehiclesbecause of an issue with roof trim adhesion.
Thisisn’t the only physical recallTesla has issued in recent months.
Thenotice Tesla filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administrationacknowledged a total of 3,878 affected vehicles.
Whether or not you drive a Tesla, anyone who owns anelectric vehicleis likely to have experienced a recall.
If it hasn’t happened to you yet, it probably will.
Statistically, EVs aremore likely to be affected by recalls.
Should you take the necessary steps to address a problem with your vehicle?
However, while the headlines can be scary, recalls don’t have to be.
Here’s what you’re gonna wanna know about EV recalls should you face one.
The most important types are those that affect vehicle safety, such as issues with steering or brakes.
In extreme cases, a “do not drive” warning will be issued with a recall.
“A recall … automatically has a very negative connotation,” Waatti said.
Some software issues that are the subject of a recall can be fixed with an over-the-air update.
Others require a visit to a service center for a fix that could take hours or days.
But that’s not always the case.
But notifying car owners about recalls isn’t a perfect process.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administrationhas a searchable databasefor recalls on vehicles, car seats, tires and equipment.
it’s possible for you to also search the NHTSASaferCarapp.
You simply enter in your car’s make, model and year, and any relevant recalls pop up.
There can sometimes be obstacles to getting all the repairs.
The easiest recall fixes can be done with an over-the-air software fix that’s sent to the vehicle.
Other software fixes may require just a flash update at a service center.
Some physical repairs, however, may take weeks or months.
Be patient and persistent.
Don’t give up on getting your recalled vehicle fixed.
They’ll want a receipt or other record of the repair.
Gael Cooper contributed to this article.
