Tesla shortens the length of time for free Full Self-Driving upgrade cancellations in new software update [2025.32+]
Tesla Shortens Full Self-Driving Strikeout Forgiveness Period to 3.5 Days
Tesla has announced a change in the strikeout forgiveness period for its Full Self-Driving (FSD) system, reducing it from a week to just 3.5 days. This update, part of the 2025.32+ software release, aims to enhance safety monitoring for FSD users.
Under the new rules, if a driver receives another strike before the 3.5 days have elapsed, the countdown resets from that new strike, effectively extending the penalty period. This change means that attentive drivers who make an occasional mistake can clear their record more quickly, but those who repeatedly miss alerts or disengage from monitoring requirements could find themselves caught in a cycle of resets, leading to longer periods without access to FSD.
The driver monitoring system detects inattentiveness by observing if a driver ignores prompts to keep their hands on the wheel or eyes on the road. Critics have long argued that the strike system is sometimes too aggressive, penalizing drivers for minor lapses or false detections. Proponents counter that the strict rules are essential to prevent misuse of semi-autonomous features.
In the early days of FSD Beta, drivers had to wait for the next software update to regain access to the feature and have their strikeout counter reset to zero. The previous 7-day rule meant that a driver who received one strike on a Monday and another on Friday would still see the first strike forgiven by the following Monday. Under the new system, the same scenario would push the forgiveness out to Saturday.
It's worth noting that this change does not apply to advertisements or referral benefits. Tesla's move highlights the company's ongoing effort to balance safety with customer satisfaction as it continues to expand access to FSD. The change in the strikeout forgiveness period was spotted in the updated online Owner's Manual by Not a Tesla App.
The shorter reset period could have significant implications for FSD users. Careful drivers who rarely trigger strikes will benefit, but those who are prone to inattentiveness could find themselves facing longer periods without access to the feature. As always, it's crucial for drivers to remain vigilant and engaged when using FSD to ensure a safe and enjoyable driving experience.
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