NHTSA Complaint #11455724 — 2021 TESLA MODEL 3

WHEELS issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11455724
Vehicle	2021 TESLA MODEL 3
Component	WHEELS
Date of Incident	February 1, 2022
Date Filed	March 8, 2022
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	FL

Consumer Description

The tire fell off the car while driving. The lateral link bolts have come unfastened and cause the link to come out of place and consequently damage several suspension components. As the bolts unfastened, the wheel was separated from the car and fell off, causing the car to be undrivable.

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