Some Owners Say Tesla's New FSD Update Is Causing Their Cars' Computers to Overheat

Owners report heat issues with the Autopilot computer after installing Tesla's latest Full Self-Driving software.

Some Tesla owners say their cars' onboard computers are overheating after installing a new Full Self-Driving update, according to InsideEVs.

What Happened

InsideEVs reports that some owners say Tesla's latest FSD software release is causing the Autopilot computer in their vehicles to overheat. The claims center on heat buildup tied to running the newly installed update.

The report does not detail how widespread the issue is or which specific vehicle models and hardware versions are affected, leaving open questions about the scope of the problem.

Why It Matters

For owners who rely on Full Self-Driving, an overheating onboard computer could disrupt or disable driver-assist features until the hardware cools down. The reports also raise concerns for buyers deciding whether to install future FSD updates on existing Autopilot hardware.

The Bottom Line

Some Tesla owners say the latest FSD update is causing their cars' computers to overheat, a claim now circulating through InsideEVs reporting with few details confirmed so far.

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