tesla ping pong effect 12.6.X HW3 I’ve seen mention of this problem where the steering wheel wobbles right and left about once every second. Sometimes the car acts like it’s going off the road. It’s made FSD completely unusable to me, since this version. And it seems like Musk is no longer updating FSD for hardware 3. I’ve tried resetting the cameras, but nothing helps. Has anyone found a solution to this extremely unnerving issue?

I'm sorry to hear about the issues you're experiencing with your Tesla's Full Self-Driving (FSD) system, particularly the steering wheel wobble and the car's tendency to veer off course. This "ping pong effect" can indeed make FSD challenging to use.

The FSD V12.6 update introduced several enhancements for Hardware 3 (HW3) vehicles, including end-to-end highway navigation, improved city street behavior, customizable speed profiles, and a redesigned controller for smoother tracking. ([teslanorth.com](https://teslanorth.com/2024/12/31/2024-45-25-10-release-notes-tesla-fsd-12-6-for-hw3/?utm_source=openai))

However, some users have reported issues with FSD V12.6, such as lane drift and phantom braking. ([teslafi.com](https://teslafi.com/firmware.php?detail=2024.45.25.15&utm_source=openai))

To address the steering wheel wobble and veering issues, consider the following steps:

1. **Check for Software Updates**: Ensure your vehicle is running the latest software version, as Tesla frequently releases updates that may resolve known issues.

2. **Calibrate the Cameras**: Improperly calibrated cameras can affect FSD performance. While you've attempted resetting the cameras, it's worth trying the calibration process again to ensure accuracy.

3. **Adjust FSD Settings**: Within the vehicle's settings, you can modify FSD parameters such as steering sensitivity and lane change aggressiveness. Experimenting with these settings might alleviate the wobble.

4. **Contact Tesla Support**: If the problem persists, reaching out to Tesla's customer support or visiting a Tesla Service Center is advisable. They can provide diagnostics and, if necessary, perform hardware checks or recalibrations.

Regarding the availability of FSD updates for HW3 vehicles, Tesla has been rolling out versions like FSD V12.6.2 and V12.6.3 to HW3-equipped cars, indicating ongoing support. ([notateslaapp.com](https://www.notateslaapp.com/news/2506/tesla-launches-fsd-v1262-finally-available-for-hw3-model-3?utm_source=openai))

While Tesla has introduced FSD V13 for newer hardware, HW3 vehicles continue to receive updates, though they may not include all features of the latest version. ([autoevolution.com](https://www.autoevolution.com/news/tesla-rolls-out-fsd-v126-to-hw3-vehicles-but-not-many-would-benefit-244888.html?utm_source=openai))

I hope these suggestions help improve your FSD experience. If the issue continues, Tesla's support team will be the best resource for a resolution.