Tesla is recalling nearly 700,000 vehicles due to a problem with the warning light on the tire pressure monitoring system.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said in a letter on Thursday that the recall affects 694,304 cars, including Tesla's Cybertruck, Model 3 and Model Y vehicles.

According to the NHTSA, the tire pressure monitoring system on the recalled vehicles "may not remain illuminated between drive cycles, failing to warn the driver of low tire pressure." The defect could lead to driving with improperly inflated tires, which can increase the risk of a crash.

To resolve the issue, Tesla is releasing an over-the-air (OTA) software update to owners, free of charge.

Three Tesla models recalled

According to the NHTSA, Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-018. Notification letters will be sent to drivers by Feb. 15, 2025.

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Recalled vehicles:

• 2017-2025 Tesla Model 3
• 2020-2025 Tesla Model Y
• 2024 Tesla Cybertruck

Maintaining proper tire pressure is an important part of vehicle safety, especially in winter conditions. In cold weather, tire pressure can drop by one PSI for every 10 degrees. Underinflated tires can affect braking distance, steering, and handling.

Tesla recalls in 2024

The electric vehicle manufacturer has dealt with multiple other recalls this year, including seven separate recalls for its Cybertruck model. In November, 2,431 Cybertruck models were recalled due to a faulty drive inverter that could cause loss of drive power to the wheels and increase the risk of a crash.

In July, nearly 1.85 million Tesla models were recalled because of concerns over a hood issue that could cause the vehicle's driver to crash.

Tesla also recalled over 2 million vehicles in February due to a potential hazard with safety warning signals appearing in a smaller font size.

Max Hauptman is a Trending Reporter for USA TODAY. He can be reached at [email protected].