NHTSA Complaint #11540405 — 2017 TESLA MODEL S

STRUCTURE:BODY issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11540405
Vehicle	2017 TESLA MODEL S
Component	STRUCTURE:BODY
Date of Incident	January 1, 2023
Date Filed	August 23, 2023
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	CA

Consumer Description

The driver side door handle does not present itself. It is now stuck and doesn't open. I need to press the door handle a certain way in order to open the door. This is a safety issue because in the case of an accident somebody who is not aware how to open the door maybe confused. This has not been inspected by a dealer. There is no police case or report related to this.

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