Tesla driver stuck in car during software update. Warns others to avoid in-car updates and highlights the importance of knowing manual release features.
According to the article she did update the car before. She just used to have it done at night, and this is the first time she was in the car during an update.
40 minutes is a hell of a long time for a software update though.
She's 100% an idiot. When a Tesla needs updating it gives you the option between scheduling it later (by default 2am) or doing it now. When you select do it now it specifically warns you some features may NOT be available and list both the HVAC and doors.
At first glance yes but if they are updating the portion of the code involving the door it makes perfect sense why you shouldn't use the door. Also keep in mind the manual release is always available even during an update.
Why did they design a door that needs a computer to unlatch without damaging the weather proofing. Every other car I’ve been in has been able to open the door without needing a computer to adjust the windows.
The button connected to the door should be a completely separate circuit which will not shut down ever. Sure, if you additionally want communication between the main computer and the doors, you can add it. But the doors should not depend on that computer. Basic redundancy and separation of concerns.