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Tesla recalls nearly half a million cars over possible safety issues

Tesla reported 475,318 vehicles — 356,309 Model 3 and 119,009 Model S — are subject to the recalls, according to documents filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. David Zalubowski/AP hide caption

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Tesla recalls nearly half a million cars over possible safety issues

December 30, 2021 • Defects in some models leading to problems with the rearview camera and front hood, which could lead to serious accidents, triggered two separate recalls of the electric cars.