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Tesla recalls over 375,000 vehicles in U.S. due to failing power-assisted steering systems

1. Tesla recalls 376,241 US Model 3 and Y vehicles for steering issues. Affected cars use older software. 2. Faulty printed circuit boards may overstress and cause power-assisted steering failure. Drivers must exert extra force. 3. Tesla offers an over-the-air update to address the recall. No crashes or injuries have been reported. 4. Regulatory tensions rise as Musk-led government cuts impact NHTSA. Past issues in China mirror current recall concerns.

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Why Bearish?

The large-scale recall raises quality and safety concerns, potentially dampening investor sentiment. Historically, automakers facing recalls, such as GM or Ford, have experienced short-term price declines due to increased scrutiny and repair costs.

How important is it?

The recall’s scale and the regulatory context increase short-term risk. Yet, the absence of injuries and the OTA fix reduce the likelihood of prolonged impact on TSLA’s price.

Why Short Term?

The issue is being addressed via a quick over-the-air update, minimizing long-term damage. However, near-term volatility may occur as the news circulates.

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