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automotive4 months ago•2 min saved

US Investigates Tesla Over Potential Safety Hazards with Model Y Doors

The NHTSA is investigating Tesla over safety issues related to its electronic door handles, which can fail if the low-voltage battery dies, potentially trapping occupants and leading to serious injuries or fatalities, with the investigation focusing on the 2021 Model Y and possibly expanding to other models.

via Engadget|

#automotive #electronic-door-handles #nhtsa

technology4 months ago•2 min saved

US Investigates Tesla Over Faulty Door Handles and Safety Concerns

Tesla is under investigation by the NHTSA for potentially faulty electronic door handles that can trap occupants, especially children, inside vehicles due to low-voltage battery issues, with the focus on Model Y SUVs and concerns over safety and manual override accessibility.

via The Verge|

#door-handles #nhtsa #safety