Tesla seems to be having «serious problems» with the autopilot computers on the new cars. Several owners have complained about this. And we are talking about brand new cars. This problem is allegedly so widespread that it is now «overwhelming Tesla’s» service department.
The problem occurs on the new version of Tesla’s HW4/AI4 autopilot on-board computer, which some Tesla employees call AI4.1. These computers are prone to short circuits. The cause may be a low-voltage battery that can cause the computer to short-circuit during the camera calibration process.
Computer failures occur almost immediately after the delivery of a new car – within the first tens or hundreds of kilometers. Once the computer fails, functions such as cameras, GPS navigation, range estimation, and even active safety systems simply stop working. All affected Tesla cars were manufactured within the last few months and all have a new computer.
Tesla has yet to issue a service bulletin regarding the issue, and according to one source, the company is downplaying any safety concerns so that people don’t think their new cars are unroadworthy. Tesla is reportedly working on a temporary software patch, but the primary remedy for this issue is a computer replacement that may occur in the future.
Source: arenaev
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