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Parents of a college student killed in a Tesla crash are suing the company, alleging a design flaw that prevented their daughter from escaping a burning Cybertruck, amid ongoing investigations into Tesla's door safety issues.
The US safety agency is investigating reports that the electronic doors of the 2021 Tesla Model Y can become stuck from the outside, potentially trapping children or others inside, especially if the 12-volt battery loses power. No injuries have been reported, but the issue raises safety concerns about the vehicle's manual door release mechanism, which is difficult for children and some adults to operate. The investigation is ongoing to determine the scope and severity of the problem.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is investigating complaints from Ford Escape owners regarding doors that have opened unexpectedly while driving. The probe focuses on 2020 and 2021 models, with 118 complaints and 25 reports of minor injuries related to the door issue. The NHTSA is assessing if this poses an unreasonable risk to highway safety, while Ford is cooperating with the investigation. No formal recall has been announced yet.