Tesla Disables Unauthorized FSD Access in Over 100,000 Vehicles

Severity: High (Score: 66.5)

Sources: Electrek.Co, Autoevolution

Summary

Tesla has remotely disabled Full Self-Driving (FSD) capabilities in over 100,000 vehicles worldwide due to unauthorized hacking devices that bypass regional software locks. These devices, which cost around €500, connect to the vehicle's Controller Area Network (CAN) bus, allowing users to activate FSD in regions where it has not been approved. Affected regions include Europe, China, South Korea, Japan, and the UK. Tesla's crackdown follows reports of owners using these hacks to access features that are otherwise subscription-based, with the company stating that they will not refund any FSD purchases or subscriptions. The unauthorized modifications pose safety risks and legal liabilities, as Tesla has warned owners that they are fully responsible for any accidents that occur while using these devices. The company has also flagged these devices as cybersecurity threats. Tesla's actions reflect its ongoing efforts to maintain control over its software and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. Key Points: • Tesla has disabled FSD in over 100,000 vehicles due to unauthorized hacking devices. • The hacking devices connect to the CAN bus, allowing illegal access to FSD features. • Tesla will not refund FSD purchases or subscriptions for vehicles affected by the crackdown.

Key Entities

• Tesla (company)
• China (country)
• Poland (country)
• South Korea (country)
• Turkey (country)
• Ukraine (country)
• CAN Bus (platform)
• Controller Area Network (can) Bus (platform)