NHTSA Complaint #11491539 — 2019 TESLA MODEL S

EXTERIOR LIGHTING issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11491539
Vehicle	2019 TESLA MODEL S
Component	EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Date of Incident	October 22, 2022
Date Filed	October 30, 2022
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	CA

Consumer Description

Tesla designs a single piece headlight with no serviceable parts. This includes headlights, high beams, and namely daytime running lights. All of these components are on an LED strip that overheats and un-solders due to this high heat, which causes premature failure. Some owners have reported as little as 3 months of life before failing. The day

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