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automotivetech1 year ago•2 min saved

"Tesla Power Steering Probe Intensifies as Thousands of New Incidents Surface"

The NHTSA has upgraded its investigation of Tesla power steering problems to an engineering analysis after receiving thousands more complaints, bringing the total to 2,191 incidents. The agency is focusing on steering racks as the potential cause and believes around 334,569 vehicles may be affected. This analysis is a crucial step before a potential recall, similar to recent recalls involving warning font sizes and Autopilot safety controls. Tesla has not commented on the matter.

via The Register|

#automotivetech #engineering-analysis #investigation

automotive-safety1 year ago•2 min saved

"Tesla Power Steering Loss Prompts US Auto Safety Agency Upgrade"

The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has escalated its investigation into Tesla vehicles over power steering loss to an engineering analysis, covering about 334,000 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles from the 2023 model year. The probe follows numerous complaints of steering issues, including an inability to turn the wheel and increased effort required. This comes as Tesla announced a recall of 2.2 million electric vehicles in the US due to incorrect font sizes on warning lights, with no reported crashes or injuries. The company has been under scrutiny for its Autopilot advanced driver-assistance system, and the latest recall includes various Tesla models.

via Reuters|

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automotive2 years ago•1 min saved

"NHTSA Investigates Steering Control Issues in 280,000 New Teslas"

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is investigating 280,000 Tesla vehicles, including Model 3 and Model Y, over reports of loss of steering control and power steering. The malfunctioning has been accompanied by driver-facing messages indicating reduced or disabled power steering assist. This preliminary evaluation follows 12 complaints from owners, and it is unclear if the investigation is related to Tesla's advanced driver assistance systems. NHTSA has not yet provided further information.

via TechCrunch|

#automotive #investigation #nhtsa