Complaints & Recalls
Official Safety Recalls - Important!
38 RecallsThese are official manufacturer recalls ordered by NHTSA for safety defects. If you own this vehicle, contact your dealer immediately for free repairs.
Tesla, Inc.
Safety Issue:
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Cybertruck, 2017-2025 Model 3, and 2020-2025 Model Y vehicles. The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light may not remain illuminated between drive cycles, failing to warn the driver of low tire pressure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems."
Potential Risk:
FREE Recall Solution:
Additional Details:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Mfg Campaign: SB-24-00-018
Recall Date: Dec 17, 2024
Tesla, Inc.
Safety Issue:
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012-2024 Model S, 2015-2024 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles. In the event of an unbelted driver, the seat belt warning light and audible chime may not activate as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Potential Risk:
FREE Recall Solution:
Additional Details:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Mfg Campaign: SB-24-00-008
Recall Date: May 28, 2024
Tesla, Inc.
Safety Issue:
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2013, 2018-2021 Model S, 2020-2021 Model X, 2018-2022 Model 3, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles. A factory reset muted the Pedestrian Warning System (PWS) sounds. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 141, "Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid and Electric Vehicles."
Potential Risk:
FREE Recall Solution:
Additional Details:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Mfg Campaign: SB-24-00-006
Recall Date: Feb 27, 2024
Tesla, Inc.
Safety Issue:
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012-2023 Model S, 2016-2024 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, 2019-2024 Model Y, and 2024 Cybertruck vehicles. An incorrect font size is displayed on the instrument panel for the Brake, Park, and Antilock Brake System (ABS) warning lights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 105, "Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems" and 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Potential Risk:
FREE Recall Solution:
Additional Details:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Mfg Campaign: SB-24-00-003
Recall Date: Jan 30, 2024
Tesla, Inc.
Safety Issue:
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling 2012-2023 Model S, 2016-2023 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles equipped with all versions of Autosteer leading up to the version(s) that contains the recall remedy. In certain circumstances when Autosteer is engaged, the prominence and scope of the feature's controls may not be sufficient to prevent driver misuse of the SAE Level 2 advanced driver-assistance feature.
Potential Risk:
FREE Recall Solution:
Additional Details:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Mfg Campaign: SB-23-00-008
Recall Date: Dec 12, 2023
Tesla, Inc.
Safety Issue:
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Model 3 vehicles. The front suspension lateral link fasteners may loosen, allowing the lateral link to separate from the sub-frame.
Potential Risk:
FREE Recall Solution:
Additional Details:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Mfg Campaign: SB-23-31-001
Recall Date: Mar 31, 2023
Tesla, Inc.
Safety Issue:
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016-2023 Model S, Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles equipped with Full Self-Driving Beta (FSD Beta) software or pending installation. The FSD Beta system may allow the vehicle to act unsafe around intersections, such as traveling straight through an intersection while in a turn-only lane, entering a stop sign-controlled intersection without coming to a complete stop, or proceeding into an intersection during a steady yellow traffic signal without due caution. In addition, the system may respond insufficiently to changes in posted speed limits or not adequately account for the driver's adjustment of the vehicle's speed to exceed posted speed limits.
Potential Risk:
FREE Recall Solution:
Additional Details:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Mfg Campaign: SB-23-00-001
Recall Date: Feb 15, 2023
Tesla, Inc.
Safety Issue:
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2022 Model 3 vehicles. The second-row left seat belt buckle and second-row center seat belt anchor may have been incorrectly reassembled during vehicle service.
Potential Risk:
FREE Recall Solution:
Additional Details:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Mfg Campaign: SB-22-20-004
Recall Date: Oct 21, 2022
Tesla, Inc.
Safety Issue:
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2022 Model 3, 2020-2022 Model Y, and 2021-2022 Model S and Model X vehicles. The window automatic reversal system may not react correctly after detecting an obstruction. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 118, "Power-Operated Window Systems."
Potential Risk:
FREE Recall Solution:
Additional Details:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Mfg Campaign: SB-22-00-013
Recall Date: Sep 19, 2022
Tesla, Inc.
Safety Issue:
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Model 3 Performance vehicles. The unit of speed (mph or km/h) may fail to display on the speedometer while in Track Mode. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Control and Displays."
Potential Risk:
FREE Recall Solution:
Additional Details:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Mfg Campaign: SB-22-00-008
Recall Date: Apr 18, 2022
Tesla, Inc.
Safety Issue:
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Model Y, Model X, Model S, and 2017-2022 Model 3 vehicles. The Boombox function allows sounds to be played through an external speaker while the vehicle is in motion, which may obscure the Pedestrian Warning System (PWS) sounds. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 141, "Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid and Electric Vehicles."
Potential Risk:
FREE Recall Solution:
Additional Details:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Mfg Campaign: SB-22-00-003
Recall Date: Apr 12, 2022
Tesla, Inc.
Safety Issue:
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Model S, Model X, and 2017-2020 Model 3 vehicles equipped with Autopilot Computer 2.5 and operating certain firmware releases. The rearview image may not immediately display when the vehicle begins to reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Potential Risk:
FREE Recall Solution:
Additional Details:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Mfg Campaign: SB-22-00-004
Recall Date: Mar 18, 2022
Tesla, Inc.
Safety Issue:
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Model S, Model X, Model Y, and 2017-2022 Model 3 vehicles. The Boombox function allows sounds to be played through an external speaker while the vehicle is in motion, which may obscure the Pedestrian Warning System (PWS) sounds. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 141, "Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid and Electric Vehicles."
Potential Risk:
FREE Recall Solution:
Additional Details:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Mfg Campaign: SB-22-00-003
Recall Date: Feb 4, 2022
Tesla, Inc.
Safety Issue:
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Model S and Model X, 2017-2022 Model 3, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles. The audible chime may not activate when the vehicle starts and the driver has not buckled their seat belt. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Potential Risk:
FREE Recall Solution:
Additional Details:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Mfg Campaign: SB-22-00-002
Recall Date: Feb 1, 2022
Tesla, Inc.
Safety Issue:
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Model S and Model X, 2017-2022 Model 3, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles. The "rolling stop" functionality available as part of the Full Self-Driving (Beta) software may allow the vehicle to travel through an all-way stop intersection without first coming to a stop.
Potential Risk:
FREE Recall Solution:
Additional Details:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Mfg Campaign: SB-22-00-001
Recall Date: Jan 27, 2022
Tesla, Inc.
Safety Issue:
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling all 2017-2020 Model 3 vehicles. The rearview camera cable harness may be damaged by the opening and closing of the trunk lid, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.
Potential Risk:
FREE Recall Solution:
Additional Details:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Mfg Campaign: SB-21-17-008
Recall Date: Dec 21, 2021
Tesla, Inc.
Safety Issue:
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Model S, Model 3, Model X, and 2020-2021 Model Y vehicles operating software version 2021.36.5.2. A communication error may cause false forward-collision warning (FCW) or unexpected activation of the automatic emergency brake (AEB) system.
Potential Risk:
FREE Recall Solution:
Additional Details:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Mfg Campaign: SB-21-00-004
Recall Date: Oct 29, 2021
Tesla, Inc.
Safety Issue:
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Model Y and 2019-2021 Model 3 vehicles. The front suspension lateral link fasteners may loosen, allowing the lateral link to separate from the sub-frame.
Potential Risk:
FREE Recall Solution:
Additional Details:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Mfg Campaign: SB-21-31-003
Recall Date: Oct 25, 2021
Tesla, Inc.
Safety Issue:
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Model 3 and 2019-2021 Model Y vehicles. One or both fasteners that secure the front seat shoulder belt to the b-pillar may not be properly attached.
Potential Risk:
FREE Recall Solution:
Additional Details:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Mfg Campaign: SB-21-20-001
Recall Date: May 25, 2021
Tesla, Inc.
Safety Issue:
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Model 3 and 2020-2021 Model Y vehicles. The brake caliper bolts may be loose, allowing the brake caliper to separate and contact the wheel rim.
Potential Risk:
FREE Recall Solution:
Additional Details:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Mfg Campaign: SB-21-33-002
Recall Date: May 25, 2021
Tesla, Inc.
Safety Issue:
Tesla Motors, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2019 Tesla Model 3 vehicles. The driver-side sun visor may not have the required air bag warning information. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Potential Risk:
FREE Recall Solution:
Additional Details:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Mfg Campaign: SB-19-15-003
Recall Date: Oct 10, 2019
Consumer Complaints
937 ComplaintsTesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
STEERING
Potential Consequences:
THE DRIVER WAS INVOLVED IN A FATAL ACCIDENT IN WHICH THE AUTO-PILOT AND/OR LANE-ASSIST FEATURES FAILED, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO TRAVEL OUT OF ITS LANE AND INTO ONCOMING TRAFFIC WHILE TRAVELING WEST ON OSCEOLA POLK LINE ROAD EAST OF SULLIVAN ROAD IN FLORIDA. THE TESLA THEN COLLIDED WITH A VEHICLE IN ONCOMING TRAFFIC, KILLING THE DRIVER OF THE TESLA. FLORIDA HIGHWAY PATROL AND OSCEOLA COUNTY FIRERESCUE INVESTIGATED.
Corrective Action:
THE DRIVER WAS INVOLVED IN A FATAL ACCIDENT IN WHICH THE AUTO-PILOT AND/OR LANE-ASSIST FEATURES FAILED, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO TRAVEL OUT OF ITS LANE AND INTO ONCOMING TRAFFIC WHILE TRAVELING WEST ON OSCEOLA POLK LINE ROAD EAST OF SULLIVAN ROAD IN FLORIDA. THE TESLA THEN COLLIDED WITH A VEHICLE IN ONCOMING TRAFFIC, KILLING THE DRIVER OF THE TESLA. FLORIDA HIGHWAY PATROL AND OSCEOLA COUNTY FIRERESCUE INVESTIGATED.
Additional Notes:
THE DRIVER WAS INVOLVED IN A FATAL ACCIDENT IN WHICH THE AUTO-PILOT AND/OR LANE-ASSIST FEATURES FAILED, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO TRAVEL OUT OF ITS LANE AND INTO ONCOMING TRAFFIC WHILE TRAVELING WEST ON OSCEOLA POLK LINE ROAD EAST OF SULLIVAN ROAD IN FLORIDA. THE TESLA THEN COLLIDED WITH A VEHICLE IN ONCOMING TRAFFIC, KILLING THE DRIVER OF THE TESLA. FLORIDA HIGHWAY PATROL AND OSCEOLA COUNTY FIRERESCUE INVESTIGATED.
Mfg Campaign: 11302656
Recall Date: Jan 28, 2020
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Potential Consequences:
THE DRIVER WAS INVOLVED IN A FATAL ACCIDENT IN WHICH THE AUTO-PILOT AND/OR LANE-ASSIST FEATURES FAILED, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO TRAVEL OUT OF ITS LANE AND INTO ONCOMING TRAFFIC WHILE TRAVELING WEST ON OSCEOLA POLK LINE ROAD EAST OF SULLIVAN ROAD IN FLORIDA. THE TESLA THEN COLLIDED WITH A VEHICLE IN ONCOMING TRAFFIC, KILLING THE DRIVER OF THE TESLA. FLORIDA HIGHWAY PATROL AND OSCEOLA COUNTY FIRERESCUE INVESTIGATED.
Corrective Action:
THE DRIVER WAS INVOLVED IN A FATAL ACCIDENT IN WHICH THE AUTO-PILOT AND/OR LANE-ASSIST FEATURES FAILED, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO TRAVEL OUT OF ITS LANE AND INTO ONCOMING TRAFFIC WHILE TRAVELING WEST ON OSCEOLA POLK LINE ROAD EAST OF SULLIVAN ROAD IN FLORIDA. THE TESLA THEN COLLIDED WITH A VEHICLE IN ONCOMING TRAFFIC, KILLING THE DRIVER OF THE TESLA. FLORIDA HIGHWAY PATROL AND OSCEOLA COUNTY FIRERESCUE INVESTIGATED.
Additional Notes:
THE DRIVER WAS INVOLVED IN A FATAL ACCIDENT IN WHICH THE AUTO-PILOT AND/OR LANE-ASSIST FEATURES FAILED, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO TRAVEL OUT OF ITS LANE AND INTO ONCOMING TRAFFIC WHILE TRAVELING WEST ON OSCEOLA POLK LINE ROAD EAST OF SULLIVAN ROAD IN FLORIDA. THE TESLA THEN COLLIDED WITH A VEHICLE IN ONCOMING TRAFFIC, KILLING THE DRIVER OF THE TESLA. FLORIDA HIGHWAY PATROL AND OSCEOLA COUNTY FIRERESCUE INVESTIGATED.
Mfg Campaign: 11302656
Recall Date: Jan 28, 2020
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
STRUCTURE:BODY
Potential Consequences:
AUTOPILOT WAS ENGAGED. THE TESLA VEHICLE SENSORS FAILED TO RECOGNIZE 2 PARKED VEHICLES ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE STREET WHILE DRIVING, AND COLLIDED WITH THEM. ANTI-COLLISION MECHANISM AND AUTO-BRAKING FAILED TO APPLY, RESULTING IN COLLISION.
Corrective Action:
AUTOPILOT WAS ENGAGED. THE TESLA VEHICLE SENSORS FAILED TO RECOGNIZE 2 PARKED VEHICLES ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE STREET WHILE DRIVING, AND COLLIDED WITH THEM. ANTI-COLLISION MECHANISM AND AUTO-BRAKING FAILED TO APPLY, RESULTING IN COLLISION.
Additional Notes:
AUTOPILOT WAS ENGAGED. THE TESLA VEHICLE SENSORS FAILED TO RECOGNIZE 2 PARKED VEHICLES ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE STREET WHILE DRIVING, AND COLLIDED WITH THEM. ANTI-COLLISION MECHANISM AND AUTO-BRAKING FAILED TO APPLY, RESULTING IN COLLISION.
Mfg Campaign: 11302321
Recall Date: Jan 27, 2020
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Potential Consequences:
AUTOPILOT WAS ENGAGED. THE TESLA VEHICLE SENSORS FAILED TO RECOGNIZE 2 PARKED VEHICLES ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE STREET WHILE DRIVING, AND COLLIDED WITH THEM. ANTI-COLLISION MECHANISM AND AUTO-BRAKING FAILED TO APPLY, RESULTING IN COLLISION.
Corrective Action:
AUTOPILOT WAS ENGAGED. THE TESLA VEHICLE SENSORS FAILED TO RECOGNIZE 2 PARKED VEHICLES ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE STREET WHILE DRIVING, AND COLLIDED WITH THEM. ANTI-COLLISION MECHANISM AND AUTO-BRAKING FAILED TO APPLY, RESULTING IN COLLISION.
Additional Notes:
AUTOPILOT WAS ENGAGED. THE TESLA VEHICLE SENSORS FAILED TO RECOGNIZE 2 PARKED VEHICLES ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE STREET WHILE DRIVING, AND COLLIDED WITH THEM. ANTI-COLLISION MECHANISM AND AUTO-BRAKING FAILED TO APPLY, RESULTING IN COLLISION.
Mfg Campaign: 11302321
Recall Date: Jan 27, 2020
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
WHEELS
Potential Consequences:
AUTOPILOT WAS ENGAGED. THE TESLA VEHICLE SENSORS FAILED TO RECOGNIZE 2 PARKED VEHICLES ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE STREET WHILE DRIVING, AND COLLIDED WITH THEM. ANTI-COLLISION MECHANISM AND AUTO-BRAKING FAILED TO APPLY, RESULTING IN COLLISION.
Corrective Action:
AUTOPILOT WAS ENGAGED. THE TESLA VEHICLE SENSORS FAILED TO RECOGNIZE 2 PARKED VEHICLES ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE STREET WHILE DRIVING, AND COLLIDED WITH THEM. ANTI-COLLISION MECHANISM AND AUTO-BRAKING FAILED TO APPLY, RESULTING IN COLLISION.
Additional Notes:
AUTOPILOT WAS ENGAGED. THE TESLA VEHICLE SENSORS FAILED TO RECOGNIZE 2 PARKED VEHICLES ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE STREET WHILE DRIVING, AND COLLIDED WITH THEM. ANTI-COLLISION MECHANISM AND AUTO-BRAKING FAILED TO APPLY, RESULTING IN COLLISION.
Mfg Campaign: 11302321
Recall Date: Jan 27, 2020
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Potential Consequences:
WHILE IN REVERSE PARALLEL PARKING ON A CITY STREET, VEHICLE ACCELERATED SUDDENLY. THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO ACCELERATE ONCE PRESSURE ON THE THROTTLE PETAL WAS REMOVED AND DID NOT STOP ACCELERATION UNTIL BRAKE WAS APPLIED. VEHICLE IMPACTED CURB, BUT DID NOT SUSTAIN DAMAGE OUTSIDE OF SOME LIGHT SCRATCHES TO THE WHEELS. VEHICLE RETURNED TO NORMAL OPERATION AFTER BEING PUT INTO PARK, REMOVING THE BREAK, REAPPLY THE BREAK, PLACING IN DRIVE, AND SLOWLY RELEASING THE BREAK.
Corrective Action:
WHILE IN REVERSE PARALLEL PARKING ON A CITY STREET, VEHICLE ACCELERATED SUDDENLY. THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO ACCELERATE ONCE PRESSURE ON THE THROTTLE PETAL WAS REMOVED AND DID NOT STOP ACCELERATION UNTIL BRAKE WAS APPLIED. VEHICLE IMPACTED CURB, BUT DID NOT SUSTAIN DAMAGE OUTSIDE OF SOME LIGHT SCRATCHES TO THE WHEELS. VEHICLE RETURNED TO NORMAL OPERATION AFTER BEING PUT INTO PARK, REMOVING THE BREAK, REAPPLY THE BREAK, PLACING IN DRIVE, AND SLOWLY RELEASING THE BREAK.
Additional Notes:
WHILE IN REVERSE PARALLEL PARKING ON A CITY STREET, VEHICLE ACCELERATED SUDDENLY. THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO ACCELERATE ONCE PRESSURE ON THE THROTTLE PETAL WAS REMOVED AND DID NOT STOP ACCELERATION UNTIL BRAKE WAS APPLIED. VEHICLE IMPACTED CURB, BUT DID NOT SUSTAIN DAMAGE OUTSIDE OF SOME LIGHT SCRATCHES TO THE WHEELS. VEHICLE RETURNED TO NORMAL OPERATION AFTER BEING PUT INTO PARK, REMOVING THE BREAK, REAPPLY THE BREAK, PLACING IN DRIVE, AND SLOWLY RELEASING THE BREAK.
Mfg Campaign: 11301680
Recall Date: Jan 24, 2020
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Potential Consequences:
WHEN PARKING THE CAR, THE CAR ACCELERATED WITHOUT THE DRIVER DEPRESSING THE PEDAL CAUSING THE CAR TO RUN INTO A BUILDING AND CAUSE DAMAGE. DESPITE THE SPEED, THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY
Corrective Action:
WHEN PARKING THE CAR, THE CAR ACCELERATED WITHOUT THE DRIVER DEPRESSING THE PEDAL CAUSING THE CAR TO RUN INTO A BUILDING AND CAUSE DAMAGE. DESPITE THE SPEED, THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY
Additional Notes:
WHEN PARKING THE CAR, THE CAR ACCELERATED WITHOUT THE DRIVER DEPRESSING THE PEDAL CAUSING THE CAR TO RUN INTO A BUILDING AND CAUSE DAMAGE. DESPITE THE SPEED, THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY
Mfg Campaign: 11300618
Recall Date: Jan 21, 2020
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
STRUCTURE:BODY
Potential Consequences:
THIS INCIDENT HAPPENED BECAUSE OF SUDDEN ACCELERATION ISSUE IN TESLA MODE 3 IN OUR PARKING LOT. I WAS PARKING BETWEEN 2 CARS ON MY RIGHT. SO, WAS REALLY SLOW. WHILE TURNING THERE WAS A SUDDEN ACCELERATION AND THE VEHICLE WAS AT A HIGH SPEED. SINCE, I WAS TURNING, THE CAR ROTATED AT THE HIGH SPEED AND IN THE PROCESS MY CAR HIT CAR ON MY LEFT, 3 CARS ON MY FRONT. THERE WAS SEVERE DAMAGE TO MY CAR AND A FLAT TIRE. FORTUNATELY, NO PEOPLE WERE AFFECTED. WHEN THE ACCIDENT HAPPENED, ALL SYSTEMS STOPPED FUNCTIONING.
Corrective Action:
THIS INCIDENT HAPPENED BECAUSE OF SUDDEN ACCELERATION ISSUE IN TESLA MODE 3 IN OUR PARKING LOT. I WAS PARKING BETWEEN 2 CARS ON MY RIGHT. SO, WAS REALLY SLOW. WHILE TURNING THERE WAS A SUDDEN ACCELERATION AND THE VEHICLE WAS AT A HIGH SPEED. SINCE, I WAS TURNING, THE CAR ROTATED AT THE HIGH SPEED AND IN THE PROCESS MY CAR HIT CAR ON MY LEFT, 3 CARS ON MY FRONT. THERE WAS SEVERE DAMAGE TO MY CAR AND A FLAT TIRE. FORTUNATELY, NO PEOPLE WERE AFFECTED. WHEN THE ACCIDENT HAPPENED, ALL SYSTEMS STOPPED FUNCTIONING.
Additional Notes:
THIS INCIDENT HAPPENED BECAUSE OF SUDDEN ACCELERATION ISSUE IN TESLA MODE 3 IN OUR PARKING LOT. I WAS PARKING BETWEEN 2 CARS ON MY RIGHT. SO, WAS REALLY SLOW. WHILE TURNING THERE WAS A SUDDEN ACCELERATION AND THE VEHICLE WAS AT A HIGH SPEED. SINCE, I WAS TURNING, THE CAR ROTATED AT THE HIGH SPEED AND IN THE PROCESS MY CAR HIT CAR ON MY LEFT, 3 CARS ON MY FRONT. THERE WAS SEVERE DAMAGE TO MY CAR AND A FLAT TIRE. FORTUNATELY, NO PEOPLE WERE AFFECTED. WHEN THE ACCIDENT HAPPENED, ALL SYSTEMS STOPPED FUNCTIONING.
Mfg Campaign: 11300620
Recall Date: Jan 21, 2020
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Potential Consequences:
THIS INCIDENT HAPPENED BECAUSE OF SUDDEN ACCELERATION ISSUE IN TESLA MODE 3 IN OUR PARKING LOT. I WAS PARKING BETWEEN 2 CARS ON MY RIGHT. SO, WAS REALLY SLOW. WHILE TURNING THERE WAS A SUDDEN ACCELERATION AND THE VEHICLE WAS AT A HIGH SPEED. SINCE, I WAS TURNING, THE CAR ROTATED AT THE HIGH SPEED AND IN THE PROCESS MY CAR HIT CAR ON MY LEFT, 3 CARS ON MY FRONT. THERE WAS SEVERE DAMAGE TO MY CAR AND A FLAT TIRE. FORTUNATELY, NO PEOPLE WERE AFFECTED. WHEN THE ACCIDENT HAPPENED, ALL SYSTEMS STOPPED FUNCTIONING.
Corrective Action:
THIS INCIDENT HAPPENED BECAUSE OF SUDDEN ACCELERATION ISSUE IN TESLA MODE 3 IN OUR PARKING LOT. I WAS PARKING BETWEEN 2 CARS ON MY RIGHT. SO, WAS REALLY SLOW. WHILE TURNING THERE WAS A SUDDEN ACCELERATION AND THE VEHICLE WAS AT A HIGH SPEED. SINCE, I WAS TURNING, THE CAR ROTATED AT THE HIGH SPEED AND IN THE PROCESS MY CAR HIT CAR ON MY LEFT, 3 CARS ON MY FRONT. THERE WAS SEVERE DAMAGE TO MY CAR AND A FLAT TIRE. FORTUNATELY, NO PEOPLE WERE AFFECTED. WHEN THE ACCIDENT HAPPENED, ALL SYSTEMS STOPPED FUNCTIONING.
Additional Notes:
THIS INCIDENT HAPPENED BECAUSE OF SUDDEN ACCELERATION ISSUE IN TESLA MODE 3 IN OUR PARKING LOT. I WAS PARKING BETWEEN 2 CARS ON MY RIGHT. SO, WAS REALLY SLOW. WHILE TURNING THERE WAS A SUDDEN ACCELERATION AND THE VEHICLE WAS AT A HIGH SPEED. SINCE, I WAS TURNING, THE CAR ROTATED AT THE HIGH SPEED AND IN THE PROCESS MY CAR HIT CAR ON MY LEFT, 3 CARS ON MY FRONT. THERE WAS SEVERE DAMAGE TO MY CAR AND A FLAT TIRE. FORTUNATELY, NO PEOPLE WERE AFFECTED. WHEN THE ACCIDENT HAPPENED, ALL SYSTEMS STOPPED FUNCTIONING.
Mfg Campaign: 11300620
Recall Date: Jan 21, 2020
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
WHEELS
Potential Consequences:
THIS INCIDENT HAPPENED BECAUSE OF SUDDEN ACCELERATION ISSUE IN TESLA MODE 3 IN OUR PARKING LOT. I WAS PARKING BETWEEN 2 CARS ON MY RIGHT. SO, WAS REALLY SLOW. WHILE TURNING THERE WAS A SUDDEN ACCELERATION AND THE VEHICLE WAS AT A HIGH SPEED. SINCE, I WAS TURNING, THE CAR ROTATED AT THE HIGH SPEED AND IN THE PROCESS MY CAR HIT CAR ON MY LEFT, 3 CARS ON MY FRONT. THERE WAS SEVERE DAMAGE TO MY CAR AND A FLAT TIRE. FORTUNATELY, NO PEOPLE WERE AFFECTED. WHEN THE ACCIDENT HAPPENED, ALL SYSTEMS STOPPED FUNCTIONING.
Corrective Action:
THIS INCIDENT HAPPENED BECAUSE OF SUDDEN ACCELERATION ISSUE IN TESLA MODE 3 IN OUR PARKING LOT. I WAS PARKING BETWEEN 2 CARS ON MY RIGHT. SO, WAS REALLY SLOW. WHILE TURNING THERE WAS A SUDDEN ACCELERATION AND THE VEHICLE WAS AT A HIGH SPEED. SINCE, I WAS TURNING, THE CAR ROTATED AT THE HIGH SPEED AND IN THE PROCESS MY CAR HIT CAR ON MY LEFT, 3 CARS ON MY FRONT. THERE WAS SEVERE DAMAGE TO MY CAR AND A FLAT TIRE. FORTUNATELY, NO PEOPLE WERE AFFECTED. WHEN THE ACCIDENT HAPPENED, ALL SYSTEMS STOPPED FUNCTIONING.
Additional Notes:
THIS INCIDENT HAPPENED BECAUSE OF SUDDEN ACCELERATION ISSUE IN TESLA MODE 3 IN OUR PARKING LOT. I WAS PARKING BETWEEN 2 CARS ON MY RIGHT. SO, WAS REALLY SLOW. WHILE TURNING THERE WAS A SUDDEN ACCELERATION AND THE VEHICLE WAS AT A HIGH SPEED. SINCE, I WAS TURNING, THE CAR ROTATED AT THE HIGH SPEED AND IN THE PROCESS MY CAR HIT CAR ON MY LEFT, 3 CARS ON MY FRONT. THERE WAS SEVERE DAMAGE TO MY CAR AND A FLAT TIRE. FORTUNATELY, NO PEOPLE WERE AFFECTED. WHEN THE ACCIDENT HAPPENED, ALL SYSTEMS STOPPED FUNCTIONING.
Mfg Campaign: 11300620
Recall Date: Jan 21, 2020
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
SERVICE BRAKES
Potential Consequences:
THE CAUSE OF THE "SUDDEN UNINTENDED ACCELERATION" IN TESLA VEHICLES IS A DESIGN FLAW IN WHICH THE GAS AND BRAKE PEDALS ARE TOO CLOSE TOGETHER AND NOT OFFSET AS IN OTHER VEHICLES. WHILE TESLA ALLEGES IT IS USER ERROR, THIS ERROR IS CAUSED BY POOR DESIGN. 1. AS YOU BEGIN TO STOP OR PULL INTO A PARKING SPOT (VEHICLE IN MOTION TRAVELING AT A SLOW SPEED IN A PARKING LOT), IT IS QUITE EASY TO PUSH THE WRONG PEDAL, OR PUSH BOTH PEDALS, CAUSING ACCELERATION. THIS IS ESPECIALLY TRUE FOR DRIVERS WITH LARGE FEET. 2. OCCURANCE IS RELATIVELY RARE, AND CAN CAUSE PROPERTY DAMAGE AND MINOR INJURIES. 3. USER REMEDIES INCLUDE NOT WEARING SHOES WHILE DRIVING.
Corrective Action:
THE CAUSE OF THE "SUDDEN UNINTENDED ACCELERATION" IN TESLA VEHICLES IS A DESIGN FLAW IN WHICH THE GAS AND BRAKE PEDALS ARE TOO CLOSE TOGETHER AND NOT OFFSET AS IN OTHER VEHICLES. WHILE TESLA ALLEGES IT IS USER ERROR, THIS ERROR IS CAUSED BY POOR DESIGN. 1. AS YOU BEGIN TO STOP OR PULL INTO A PARKING SPOT (VEHICLE IN MOTION TRAVELING AT A SLOW SPEED IN A PARKING LOT), IT IS QUITE EASY TO PUSH THE WRONG PEDAL, OR PUSH BOTH PEDALS, CAUSING ACCELERATION. THIS IS ESPECIALLY TRUE FOR DRIVERS WITH LARGE FEET. 2. OCCURANCE IS RELATIVELY RARE, AND CAN CAUSE PROPERTY DAMAGE AND MINOR INJURIES. 3. USER REMEDIES INCLUDE NOT WEARING SHOES WHILE DRIVING.
Additional Notes:
THE CAUSE OF THE "SUDDEN UNINTENDED ACCELERATION" IN TESLA VEHICLES IS A DESIGN FLAW IN WHICH THE GAS AND BRAKE PEDALS ARE TOO CLOSE TOGETHER AND NOT OFFSET AS IN OTHER VEHICLES. WHILE TESLA ALLEGES IT IS USER ERROR, THIS ERROR IS CAUSED BY POOR DESIGN. 1. AS YOU BEGIN TO STOP OR PULL INTO A PARKING SPOT (VEHICLE IN MOTION TRAVELING AT A SLOW SPEED IN A PARKING LOT), IT IS QUITE EASY TO PUSH THE WRONG PEDAL, OR PUSH BOTH PEDALS, CAUSING ACCELERATION. THIS IS ESPECIALLY TRUE FOR DRIVERS WITH LARGE FEET. 2. OCCURANCE IS RELATIVELY RARE, AND CAN CAUSE PROPERTY DAMAGE AND MINOR INJURIES. 3. USER REMEDIES INCLUDE NOT WEARING SHOES WHILE DRIVING.
Mfg Campaign: 11300645
Recall Date: Jan 21, 2020
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Potential Consequences:
THE CAUSE OF THE "SUDDEN UNINTENDED ACCELERATION" IN TESLA VEHICLES IS A DESIGN FLAW IN WHICH THE GAS AND BRAKE PEDALS ARE TOO CLOSE TOGETHER AND NOT OFFSET AS IN OTHER VEHICLES. WHILE TESLA ALLEGES IT IS USER ERROR, THIS ERROR IS CAUSED BY POOR DESIGN. 1. AS YOU BEGIN TO STOP OR PULL INTO A PARKING SPOT (VEHICLE IN MOTION TRAVELING AT A SLOW SPEED IN A PARKING LOT), IT IS QUITE EASY TO PUSH THE WRONG PEDAL, OR PUSH BOTH PEDALS, CAUSING ACCELERATION. THIS IS ESPECIALLY TRUE FOR DRIVERS WITH LARGE FEET. 2. OCCURANCE IS RELATIVELY RARE, AND CAN CAUSE PROPERTY DAMAGE AND MINOR INJURIES. 3. USER REMEDIES INCLUDE NOT WEARING SHOES WHILE DRIVING.
Corrective Action:
THE CAUSE OF THE "SUDDEN UNINTENDED ACCELERATION" IN TESLA VEHICLES IS A DESIGN FLAW IN WHICH THE GAS AND BRAKE PEDALS ARE TOO CLOSE TOGETHER AND NOT OFFSET AS IN OTHER VEHICLES. WHILE TESLA ALLEGES IT IS USER ERROR, THIS ERROR IS CAUSED BY POOR DESIGN. 1. AS YOU BEGIN TO STOP OR PULL INTO A PARKING SPOT (VEHICLE IN MOTION TRAVELING AT A SLOW SPEED IN A PARKING LOT), IT IS QUITE EASY TO PUSH THE WRONG PEDAL, OR PUSH BOTH PEDALS, CAUSING ACCELERATION. THIS IS ESPECIALLY TRUE FOR DRIVERS WITH LARGE FEET. 2. OCCURANCE IS RELATIVELY RARE, AND CAN CAUSE PROPERTY DAMAGE AND MINOR INJURIES. 3. USER REMEDIES INCLUDE NOT WEARING SHOES WHILE DRIVING.
Additional Notes:
THE CAUSE OF THE "SUDDEN UNINTENDED ACCELERATION" IN TESLA VEHICLES IS A DESIGN FLAW IN WHICH THE GAS AND BRAKE PEDALS ARE TOO CLOSE TOGETHER AND NOT OFFSET AS IN OTHER VEHICLES. WHILE TESLA ALLEGES IT IS USER ERROR, THIS ERROR IS CAUSED BY POOR DESIGN. 1. AS YOU BEGIN TO STOP OR PULL INTO A PARKING SPOT (VEHICLE IN MOTION TRAVELING AT A SLOW SPEED IN A PARKING LOT), IT IS QUITE EASY TO PUSH THE WRONG PEDAL, OR PUSH BOTH PEDALS, CAUSING ACCELERATION. THIS IS ESPECIALLY TRUE FOR DRIVERS WITH LARGE FEET. 2. OCCURANCE IS RELATIVELY RARE, AND CAN CAUSE PROPERTY DAMAGE AND MINOR INJURIES. 3. USER REMEDIES INCLUDE NOT WEARING SHOES WHILE DRIVING.
Mfg Campaign: 11300645
Recall Date: Jan 21, 2020
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Potential Consequences:
WHEN I STOPPED ON PARKING LOT CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED OVER THE CURB INTO BUILDING.
Corrective Action:
WHEN I STOPPED ON PARKING LOT CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED OVER THE CURB INTO BUILDING.
Additional Notes:
WHEN I STOPPED ON PARKING LOT CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED OVER THE CURB INTO BUILDING.
Mfg Campaign: 11300892
Recall Date: Jan 21, 2020
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Potential Consequences:
CAR TURNING AND PULL UP TO THE GARAGE DRIVE WAY, IT SUDDENLY UNINTENDED ACCELERATE AND CRASH INTO THE GARAGE GATE. (VIDEOS AVAILABLE)
Corrective Action:
CAR TURNING AND PULL UP TO THE GARAGE DRIVE WAY, IT SUDDENLY UNINTENDED ACCELERATE AND CRASH INTO THE GARAGE GATE. (VIDEOS AVAILABLE)
Additional Notes:
CAR TURNING AND PULL UP TO THE GARAGE DRIVE WAY, IT SUDDENLY UNINTENDED ACCELERATE AND CRASH INTO THE GARAGE GATE. (VIDEOS AVAILABLE)
Mfg Campaign: 11300383
Recall Date: Jan 20, 2020
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Potential Consequences:
CAR TURNING AND PULL UP TO THE GARAGE DRIVE WAY, IT SUDDENLY UNINTENDED ACCELERATE AND CRASH INTO THE GARAGE GATE. (VIDEOS AVAILABLE)
Corrective Action:
CAR TURNING AND PULL UP TO THE GARAGE DRIVE WAY, IT SUDDENLY UNINTENDED ACCELERATE AND CRASH INTO THE GARAGE GATE. (VIDEOS AVAILABLE)
Additional Notes:
CAR TURNING AND PULL UP TO THE GARAGE DRIVE WAY, IT SUDDENLY UNINTENDED ACCELERATE AND CRASH INTO THE GARAGE GATE. (VIDEOS AVAILABLE)
Mfg Campaign: 11300383
Recall Date: Jan 20, 2020
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
SUSPENSION
Potential Consequences:
HERE IS A MODEL 3 IN THE JUNKYARD. HTTPS://WWW.COPART.COM/LOT/61748319/PHOTOS THE FRONT SUSPENSION HAS FALLEN TO BITS. THE UPPER BALL JOINT HAS POPPED OUT OF ITS SOCKET. THE LOWER BALL JOINT HAS SNAPPED ITS STEM. THERE IS VERY LITTLE IMPACT DAMAGE TO THAT AREA OF THE CAR, NOTHING THAT WOULD ACCOUNT FOR THE SUSPENSION FALLING TO BITS LIKE THAT. THESE TESLA SUSPENSIONS ARE BADLY DESIGNED AND BADLY MANUFACTURED. IT IS ENTIRELY PROBABLE THAT THE RECENT CRASH OF A MODEL 3 IN LONG BEACH WHICH SEVERELY INJURED A PEDESTRIAN WAS CAUSED BY A SUSPENSION FAILURE. THE WHEEL ON THAT LONG BEACH CRASH CAR LOOKS BADLY WHOMPY.
Corrective Action:
HERE IS A MODEL 3 IN THE JUNKYARD. HTTPS://WWW.COPART.COM/LOT/61748319/PHOTOS THE FRONT SUSPENSION HAS FALLEN TO BITS. THE UPPER BALL JOINT HAS POPPED OUT OF ITS SOCKET. THE LOWER BALL JOINT HAS SNAPPED ITS STEM. THERE IS VERY LITTLE IMPACT DAMAGE TO THAT AREA OF THE CAR, NOTHING THAT WOULD ACCOUNT FOR THE SUSPENSION FALLING TO BITS LIKE THAT. THESE TESLA SUSPENSIONS ARE BADLY DESIGNED AND BADLY MANUFACTURED. IT IS ENTIRELY PROBABLE THAT THE RECENT CRASH OF A MODEL 3 IN LONG BEACH WHICH SEVERELY INJURED A PEDESTRIAN WAS CAUSED BY A SUSPENSION FAILURE. THE WHEEL ON THAT LONG BEACH CRASH CAR LOOKS BADLY WHOMPY.
Additional Notes:
HERE IS A MODEL 3 IN THE JUNKYARD. HTTPS://WWW.COPART.COM/LOT/61748319/PHOTOS THE FRONT SUSPENSION HAS FALLEN TO BITS. THE UPPER BALL JOINT HAS POPPED OUT OF ITS SOCKET. THE LOWER BALL JOINT HAS SNAPPED ITS STEM. THERE IS VERY LITTLE IMPACT DAMAGE TO THAT AREA OF THE CAR, NOTHING THAT WOULD ACCOUNT FOR THE SUSPENSION FALLING TO BITS LIKE THAT. THESE TESLA SUSPENSIONS ARE BADLY DESIGNED AND BADLY MANUFACTURED. IT IS ENTIRELY PROBABLE THAT THE RECENT CRASH OF A MODEL 3 IN LONG BEACH WHICH SEVERELY INJURED A PEDESTRIAN WAS CAUSED BY A SUSPENSION FAILURE. THE WHEEL ON THAT LONG BEACH CRASH CAR LOOKS BADLY WHOMPY.
Mfg Campaign: 11300571
Recall Date: Jan 20, 2020
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Potential Consequences:
SUDDEN UNINTENDED ACCELERATION IN DRIVEWAY WAS I WAS PULLING INTO CARPORT. SLAMMED ON BRAKES TO PREVENT IMPACT INTO CARPORT WALL.
Corrective Action:
SUDDEN UNINTENDED ACCELERATION IN DRIVEWAY WAS I WAS PULLING INTO CARPORT. SLAMMED ON BRAKES TO PREVENT IMPACT INTO CARPORT WALL.
Additional Notes:
SUDDEN UNINTENDED ACCELERATION IN DRIVEWAY WAS I WAS PULLING INTO CARPORT. SLAMMED ON BRAKES TO PREVENT IMPACT INTO CARPORT WALL.
Mfg Campaign: 11300266
Recall Date: Jan 19, 2020
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Potential Consequences:
I WAS PULLING INTO A PARKING SPOT AT THE GROCERY STORE AND AS I TRIED TO EASE TO A STOP, THE CARE ACCELERATED QUICKLY AND AGGRESSIVELY AND I SMASHED INTO THE PARKED CAR A FEW FEET IN FRONT OF ME. AIR BAGS WENT OFF AND BURNED A HOLE IN MY PANTS AND BURNED THE SKIN ON MY LEFT THIGH. SUBSTANTIAL REPAIRS WERE REQUIRED. I HAVE NEVER HAD ANYTHING LIKE THIS HAPPEN BEFORE OR SINCE. I AM HEALTHY, NOT ON ANY MEDS OR SUBSTANCES, WASN'T TIRED OR DISTRACTED, AND AM OVERALL A HIGH FUNCTIONING 50 YEAR OLD MARRIED MOM OF TWO. THE CAR WAS ONLY 5 DAYS OLD. IT ALL HAPPENED SO FAST AND THE CAR SEEMED TO HAVE A MIND OF ITS OWN. I WAS VERY SHAKEN, ASSUMED I HAD MY FOOT ON THE WRONG PEDAL, AND WAS ASHAMED THAT I COULD HAVE MADE SUCH A MISTAKE. WHEN I HEARD OF THE RECENT CASE AND THAT YOU ARE REVIEWING SIMILAR ISSUES WITH OTHER TESLAS, MY HUSBAND AND I THOUGHT YOU SHOULD AT LEAST REVIEW OUR SITUATION TOO. WHETHER IT WAS IN FACT USER ERROR OR A DEFECT, I DON'T KNOW. I'M NOT ABOVE ACCEPTING RESPONSIBILITY, BUT IT IS LIKE THE CAR RACED FORWARD SO QUICKLY I DIDN'T KNOW WHAT WAS HAPPENING AND HAD NO TIME AT ALL TO REACT OR RESPOND BEFORE MY LEG AS BURNING.
Corrective Action:
I WAS PULLING INTO A PARKING SPOT AT THE GROCERY STORE AND AS I TRIED TO EASE TO A STOP, THE CARE ACCELERATED QUICKLY AND AGGRESSIVELY AND I SMASHED INTO THE PARKED CAR A FEW FEET IN FRONT OF ME. AIR BAGS WENT OFF AND BURNED A HOLE IN MY PANTS AND BURNED THE SKIN ON MY LEFT THIGH. SUBSTANTIAL REPAIRS WERE REQUIRED. I HAVE NEVER HAD ANYTHING LIKE THIS HAPPEN BEFORE OR SINCE. I AM HEALTHY, NOT ON ANY MEDS OR SUBSTANCES, WASN'T TIRED OR DISTRACTED, AND AM OVERALL A HIGH FUNCTIONING 50 YEAR OLD MARRIED MOM OF TWO. THE CAR WAS ONLY 5 DAYS OLD. IT ALL HAPPENED SO FAST AND THE CAR SEEMED TO HAVE A MIND OF ITS OWN. I WAS VERY SHAKEN, ASSUMED I HAD MY FOOT ON THE WRONG PEDAL, AND WAS ASHAMED THAT I COULD HAVE MADE SUCH A MISTAKE. WHEN I HEARD OF THE RECENT CASE AND THAT YOU ARE REVIEWING SIMILAR ISSUES WITH OTHER TESLAS, MY HUSBAND AND I THOUGHT YOU SHOULD AT LEAST REVIEW OUR SITUATION TOO. WHETHER IT WAS IN FACT USER ERROR OR A DEFECT, I DON'T KNOW. I'M NOT ABOVE ACCEPTING RESPONSIBILITY, BUT IT IS LIKE THE CAR RACED FORWARD SO QUICKLY I DIDN'T KNOW WHAT WAS HAPPENING AND HAD NO TIME AT ALL TO REACT OR RESPOND BEFORE MY LEG AS BURNING.
Additional Notes:
I WAS PULLING INTO A PARKING SPOT AT THE GROCERY STORE AND AS I TRIED TO EASE TO A STOP, THE CARE ACCELERATED QUICKLY AND AGGRESSIVELY AND I SMASHED INTO THE PARKED CAR A FEW FEET IN FRONT OF ME. AIR BAGS WENT OFF AND BURNED A HOLE IN MY PANTS AND BURNED THE SKIN ON MY LEFT THIGH. SUBSTANTIAL REPAIRS WERE REQUIRED. I HAVE NEVER HAD ANYTHING LIKE THIS HAPPEN BEFORE OR SINCE. I AM HEALTHY, NOT ON ANY MEDS OR SUBSTANCES, WASN'T TIRED OR DISTRACTED, AND AM OVERALL A HIGH FUNCTIONING 50 YEAR OLD MARRIED MOM OF TWO. THE CAR WAS ONLY 5 DAYS OLD. IT ALL HAPPENED SO FAST AND THE CAR SEEMED TO HAVE A MIND OF ITS OWN. I WAS VERY SHAKEN, ASSUMED I HAD MY FOOT ON THE WRONG PEDAL, AND WAS ASHAMED THAT I COULD HAVE MADE SUCH A MISTAKE. WHEN I HEARD OF THE RECENT CASE AND THAT YOU ARE REVIEWING SIMILAR ISSUES WITH OTHER TESLAS, MY HUSBAND AND I THOUGHT YOU SHOULD AT LEAST REVIEW OUR SITUATION TOO. WHETHER IT WAS IN FACT USER ERROR OR A DEFECT, I DON'T KNOW. I'M NOT ABOVE ACCEPTING RESPONSIBILITY, BUT IT IS LIKE THE CAR RACED FORWARD SO QUICKLY I DIDN'T KNOW WHAT WAS HAPPENING AND HAD NO TIME AT ALL TO REACT OR RESPOND BEFORE MY LEG AS BURNING.
Mfg Campaign: 11300075
Recall Date: Jan 17, 2020
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Potential Consequences:
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 TESLA MODEL 3. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, WHILE DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL TO MAKE A RIGHT TURNED, THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED AN UNINTENDED ACCELERATION. THE CONTACT QUICKLY DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL AND WAS ABLE TO SLOW THE VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATOR LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO TESLA DEALER, (11945 N FLORIDA AVE, TAMPA, FL 33612, (813) 496-3039) WHERE THE TECHNICIAN TOOK A LOOK AT THE LOG AND INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL INSTEAD WAS DEPRESSED INSTEAD OF THE BRAKE PEDAL. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGES WAS APPROXIMATELY 3,500.
Corrective Action:
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 TESLA MODEL 3. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, WHILE DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL TO MAKE A RIGHT TURNED, THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED AN UNINTENDED ACCELERATION. THE CONTACT QUICKLY DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL AND WAS ABLE TO SLOW THE VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATOR LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO TESLA DEALER, (11945 N FLORIDA AVE, TAMPA, FL 33612, (813) 496-3039) WHERE THE TECHNICIAN TOOK A LOOK AT THE LOG AND INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL INSTEAD WAS DEPRESSED INSTEAD OF THE BRAKE PEDAL. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGES WAS APPROXIMATELY 3,500.
Additional Notes:
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 TESLA MODEL 3. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, WHILE DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL TO MAKE A RIGHT TURNED, THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED AN UNINTENDED ACCELERATION. THE CONTACT QUICKLY DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL AND WAS ABLE TO SLOW THE VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATOR LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO TESLA DEALER, (11945 N FLORIDA AVE, TAMPA, FL 33612, (813) 496-3039) WHERE THE TECHNICIAN TOOK A LOOK AT THE LOG AND INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL INSTEAD WAS DEPRESSED INSTEAD OF THE BRAKE PEDAL. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGES WAS APPROXIMATELY 3,500.
Mfg Campaign: 11300120
Recall Date: Jan 17, 2020
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Potential Consequences:
THERE WERE TWO INCIDENTS WHERE I WAS DRIVING VERY SLOWLY IN CITY TRAFFIC AND THE CAR ALL THE SUDDEN ACCELERATED VIOLENTLY. THERE WAS NO ACCIDENT, AS I SLAMMED ON THE BRAKES. I WAS NOT IN AUTOPILOT.
Corrective Action:
THERE WERE TWO INCIDENTS WHERE I WAS DRIVING VERY SLOWLY IN CITY TRAFFIC AND THE CAR ALL THE SUDDEN ACCELERATED VIOLENTLY. THERE WAS NO ACCIDENT, AS I SLAMMED ON THE BRAKES. I WAS NOT IN AUTOPILOT.
Additional Notes:
THERE WERE TWO INCIDENTS WHERE I WAS DRIVING VERY SLOWLY IN CITY TRAFFIC AND THE CAR ALL THE SUDDEN ACCELERATED VIOLENTLY. THERE WAS NO ACCIDENT, AS I SLAMMED ON THE BRAKES. I WAS NOT IN AUTOPILOT.
Mfg Campaign: 11300124
Recall Date: Jan 17, 2020
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