KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 28 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia snapped its five-day winning streak to close lower on Wednesday, as investors took profit following a cumulative gain of 4.25 per cent over the past five sessions, said an analyst. At 5 pm, the FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) fell 14.76 points or 0.83 per cent to 1,756.49 from Tuesday’s close of 1,771.25. The market bellwether opened 1.46 points lower at 1,769.79, marking the day’s high, and hit a low of 1,750.05 during the mid-afternoon session. Market breadth was negative with losers trouncing gainers 876 to 384, while 525 counters were unchanged, 964 untraded and 94 suspended. Turnover improved to 3.65 billion units worth RM4.41 billion from Tuesday's 3.58 billion units worth RM4.46 billion.
Tesla Inc. announced the recall of 694,304 vehicles in the United States on Friday due to a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) issue that may fail to alert drivers to low tire pressure.
Key Details
1. Recall Scope
- Affected Models:
- Model 3, Model Y, and Cybertruck vehicles.
- Issue:
- The TPMS warning light may not stay illuminated between drive cycles, potentially causing drivers to unknowingly operate vehicles with improperly inflated tires, increasing the risk of a crash.
2. Resolution
- Tesla will address the issue with an over-the-air (OTA) software update, a hallmark of the company’s approach to recalls.
Tesla Recall Trends
1. 2024 Recall Statistics
- Tesla vehicles accounted for 21% of all US recalls in the first three quarters of the year, according to BizzyCar.
- Most recalls were resolved through OTA software updates, avoiding the need for physical repairs.
2. September Quarter Recalls
- Tesla recalled 1,858,774 vehicles, the highest in the US, with all issues addressed via software updates.
3. Cybertruck Recalls
- In November, Tesla recalled 2,400 Cybertruck units in the US due to a faulty part that could lead to power loss and crash risk. This marked the sixth recall for Cybertruck in 2024.
Impact and Outlook
- Tesla's ability to resolve issues via software updates minimizes disruption for customers, enhancing its reputation for quick fixes. However, the high volume of recalls highlights quality control concerns that the company will need to address as it scales production.
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