
Tesla is recalling nearly 1.1 million cars in the US because the windows can close too quickly and pinch people's fingers.
Documents produced by US regulators show that the windows may not react properly in the face of an obstacle.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk criticized the description, calling it "outdated and inaccurate." The car giant says a software update will fix the problem.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says a violation of safety standards is to blame. The world's largest electric vehicle maker has had repeated run-ins with federal safety regulators, whom Musk calls the "fun police."
The latest recall covers all four Tesla models, specifically the 2017-22 Model 3 sedans and some 2020-21 Model Y SUVs (sport utility vehicles), Model S sedans and Model X SUVs.
Tesla discovered the problem with the automatic windows during production testing in August. Owners will be notified by letter from November 15.
Company documents show that vehicles manufactured after September 13 already have the updated software needed to fix the problem. Tesla said it was not aware of any warranty, crash, injury or death claims related to the recall.
Tesla shares fell 3.5 percent Thursday afternoon. Musk tweeted after the news broke.
"The terminology is outdated and incorrect. This is a minor software update. As far as we know, there have been no injuries," he said.