Tesla's Response to 2-Million-Vehicle Autopilot 'Recall' Sparks Debate on Autonomous Driving Safety

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Written By Jennifer Joslyn

Tesla addressed a 2-million-vehicle Autopilot "recall" by releasing software version 2023.44.30 as a free over-the-air update to affected vehicles, enhancing safety alerts. Despite the recall stemming from a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) investigation, the changes were relatively minor, focusing on making Autopilot features harder to misuse. US Senator Richard Blumenthal criticized the recall as insufficient, emphasizing the need for more substantial action, leading to a response from Tesla VP Rohan Patel defending the company's safety data. This exchange highlights the ongoing debate over Tesla's autonomous driving technology.

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