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Tesla gains on strong sales; government issues 'recall'

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Re: Tesla gains on strong sales; government issues 'recall'

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post #18

Earlier quoted context omitted.

Just to note, when I read the title, it sounded like Tesla was recalling the entire car. So at least one person was confused over the term "recall".

That's just because you don't know what a vehicle recall is. I don't believe "the entire car" has ever been recalled...

Which is because the term "recall" is misleading, especially in this case.

Re: Tesla gains on strong sales; government issues 'recall'

#32
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False. @elonmusk "There was an over-the-air software update (done last month) and an upgraded US 14-50 adapter will be mailed to customers." @elonmusk "Some confusion in media reports today. No Tesla vehicles are being physically recalled by Tesla." https://twitter.com/elonmusk/status/423145289310953473 https://twitter.com/elonmusk/status/423144357873479680

How is this different from a recall? I've had a number of recalls on various vehicles and it usually just involves the dealer replacing some part or another. The fact that Tesla is mailing the part to customers in this case makes it not a recall...?

The title suggests that tens of thousands of people will take their Teslas back to the shop, which is not the case (instead, the owners will receive a new adapter in the mail).

My verdict is split between sloppy journalism, and a quick hatchet job.

Re: Tesla gains on strong sales; government issues 'recall'

#34
Tesla was recently implicated in a garage fire, after which it emphatically denied that the charger was at fault:

http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2013-12-19/tesla-says-model-s-...

Now we hear otherwise. This is yet another example of how Musk is chewing on a wad of crazy--and every so often he'll spit some at you. Take what they say with a grain of salt. They will do anything, say anything to protect the company and the vision.

Re: Tesla gains on strong sales; government issues 'recall'

#35
post #5

False. @elonmusk "There was an over-the-air software update (done last month) and an upgraded US 14-50 adapter will be mailed to customers." @elonmusk "Some confusion in media reports today. No Tesla vehicles are being physically recalled by Tesla." https://twitter.com/elonmusk/status/423145289310953473 https://twitter.com/elonmusk/status/423144357873479680

How is this different from a recall? I've had a number of recalls on various vehicles and it usually just involves the dealer replacing some part or another. The fact that Tesla is mailing the part to customers in this case makes it not a recall...?

A "recall" is usually used in reference to a product being physically returned to the supplier in some form. A vehicle recall means you have to take the vehicle to the manufacturer or dealer so they can take physical action on it for you.

This isn't a recall because you're not taking your vehicle anywhere. They're sending you something. I don't really know what to actually call it, though.

Re: Tesla gains on strong sales; government issues 'recall'

#36
post #5

False. @elonmusk "There was an over-the-air software update (done last month) and an upgraded US 14-50 adapter will be mailed to customers." @elonmusk "Some confusion in media reports today. No Tesla vehicles are being physically recalled by Tesla." https://twitter.com/elonmusk/status/423145289310953473 https://twitter.com/elonmusk/status/423144357873479680

How is this different from a recall? I've had a number of recalls on various vehicles and it usually just involves the dealer replacing some part or another. The fact that Tesla is mailing the part to customers in this case makes it not a recall...?

Probably cost Tesla less, always good.

Re: Tesla gains on strong sales; government issues 'recall'

#37
post #20
post #17

Earlier quoted context omitted.

If TSLA stocks fall because of this, it's probably a great time to buy.

Agreed... but strangely enough, it's shot up more than 10% and made me smile. When it corrects, it will be time to buy again.

Yeah. I had checked after seeing the article. So much for picking something up at a discount.

Re: Tesla gains on strong sales; government issues 'recall'

#38
I love how the technical meaning of recall competing with the common sense of it is used by Musk as yet another PR opportunity.

While this one is a natural fit, he's been absolutely amazing at keeping Tesla in the news. His PR storm for Tesla has been opportunistic, brilliant, and incredibly successful.

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