NHTSA Complaint #11460133 — 2020 TESLA MODEL 3
WHEELS issue reported to NHTSA
Complaint Details
| ODI Number | 11460133 |
| Vehicle | 2020 TESLA MODEL 3 |
| Component | WHEELS |
| Date of Incident | |
| Date Filed | |
| Mileage | 28,500 miles |
| Crash | No |
| Fire | No |
| Injuries | 0 |
| Deaths | 0 |
| Vehicle Towed | No |
| State | KS |
Consumer Description
The contact owns a 2020 Tesla Model 3. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, he heard an abnormal noise. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact continued to drive to his destination. The contact stated he parked the vehicle, he noticed that a large section of the front passenger’s side rim was missing. The contact filed a complaint on the Tesla application and made them aware of the failure. The contact purchased the front passenger side rim from the Tesla website. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic and had the front passenger’s side rim replaced. The contact stated that the vehicle was still driving to the right. The vehicle was repaired. The contact attempted to reach the manufacturer but was unable to speak to a representative. The failure mileage was approximately 28,500.
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