Tesla Addresses Cybertruck PCS Failures with OTA Update and Free Supercharging, Announces FSD Hardware Limitations and Government Contract Expansion Tesla has launched a multi-pronged response to widespread Power Conversion System (PCS) failures reported by Cybertruck owners, including an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free Supercharging for affected vehicles, and efforts to resolve hardware shortages. The company also announced significant changes to its Full Self-Driving (FSD) hardware roadmap and expanded its government sales capabilities through a new contract with Sourcewell. The PCS failure issue has left many Cybertruck owners unable to charge their vehicles at home, as the system is critical for converting alternating current (AC) to direct current (DC) for battery charging. To mitigate the problem, Tesla is deploying a targeted firmware update that allows affected vehicles to use DC fast charging at Superchargers even when the AC hardware is nonfunctional. This update bypasses the usual Wi-Fi connection requirement and is being pushed via cellular networks to ensure rapid deployment. However, due to staggered rollout schedules, it may take several days for all impacted vehicles to receive the patch. To compensate for the loss of home-charging capabilities, Tesla is offering free Supercharging to owners with verified PCS failures. This measure aims to reduce the financial burden of relying solely on the Supercharger network, which is more expensive than residential electricity. The company emphasized that this support will continue until the hardware is replaced, acknowledging the inconvenience caused by the issue. Despite these temporary solutions, the primary challenge remains the shortage of replacement PCS units.#tesla #cybertruck #power_conversion_system #sourcewell #full_self_driving
