NHTSA Complaint #11445664 — 2021 TESLA MODEL Y
VISIBILITY/WIPER issue reported to NHTSA
Complaint Details
| ODI Number | 11445664 |
| Vehicle | 2021 TESLA MODEL Y |
| Component | VISIBILITY/WIPER |
| Date of Incident | |
| Date Filed | |
| Mileage | N/A miles |
| Crash | No |
| Fire | No |
| Injuries | 0 |
| Deaths | 0 |
| Vehicle Towed | No |
| State | CA |
Consumer Description
the new user-interface design removed the defroster icon from the home screen. the driver now has to swipe up on climate controls then select the defroster. this is significantly unsafe, especially when you are having difficulty seeing due to unexpected fog. recommend they add the defroster icon to the home screen.
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