Tesla has recently started delivering vehicles with its new Hardware 4 (HW4) computer, also known as FSD2, and it looks like some basic features are not working properly. Jason Clinton, a member of the TeslaMotors subreddit, recently took delivery of his Model X Plaid and confirmed that it was equipped with the new system. According to TeslaScope, the API response value for the previous iteration of the Model X (outfitted with Hardware 3) was “Tesla AP3”, and the firmware version 2023.2.200 is part of the new Hardware 4 system. However, the new owner has reported that features such as cruise control, Autopilot, Navigate on Autopilot, the parking sensors, the preview FSD Beta Visualization, and the rear backup camera are all not working. Additionally, there are water leaks in the tail light and driver’s side door vent window.
Tesla’s new Hardware 4 computer is based on a Samsung Exynos architecture and is more powerful than its predecessor, with a CPU core count of 20 per side and a maximum frequency of 2.35 GHz. It also uses more cameras and a new “Phoenix” radar to detect objects down the road. The first models to be delivered with the new computer are the Model X and Model S, with the Model Y and Model 3 reportedly being prepared to receive the updated hardware as well. Unfortunately, it will not be possible to retrofit older cars with the new system as it has a different form factor and requires extra cameras and sensors. Elon Musk himself has said that retrofitting older cars would not be “economically feasible.”
It remains to be seen how Tesla will address the issues reported by its customers with the new Hardware 4 computer. In the meantime, what do you think about this? Let us know in the comments below.
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