Headlights problems of the 2013 Tesla Model S

Two problems related to headlights have been reported for the 2013 Tesla Model S. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Headlights problem

Failure Date: 11/14/2020

The main/center screen blacks out on my Tesla, which is where all the car controls and back-up camera is viewed. Even when it doesn't completely black out, the back up camera doesn't function as it just stays frozen a lot of the time. Outside of the backup camera issues, all other functions, like turning on or off headlights is also impacted. At other times it seems like it impacts charging the car, which can leave me dead if I cannot charge. Other functions have also been impacted like turning air conditioning and navigation, however not necessarily safety issues. These issues have happened while sitting in my garage trying to leave, charging my car at a Tesla charging station, driving down the freeway or streets. I estimate they have been happening since about 60k miles and have progressively gotten worse.

2 Headlights problem

Failure Date: 05/01/2020

Mcu main computer failed, prevented me from using defrost couldn't see while driving almost caused an accident as my entire front window view got block. The mcu allows you to use the screen which lets you turn on defrost. Very dangerous situation. This also controls your headlights.


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