It took them many SdKfz 251 version releases before they implemented some corrections (correct sprocket wheels, steering rod etc.) and some problems still remain not corrected (floor shape in Ausf.C variants), so maybe they just have that thing with all halftracks, regardless US or German

Correcting screw slot problem seems simple, but in practice means retooling all hull parts. Recessed slots in kit parts mean large number of tiny raised lines on the tool and it is not possible to add something like that to existing tool/mold without practically retooling it completely... They probably decided that this is too minor problem to spend money on complete retooling.
Wheel bulge issue on other hand is a "political" one - they claimed so loudly before that their wheels are great and only accurate, that they just cannot modify them now

Pawel