NHTSA Complaint #11543982 — 2023 TESLA MODEL 3

SEATS issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11543982
Vehicle	2023 TESLA MODEL 3
Component	SEATS
Date of Incident	August 26, 2023
Date Filed	September 12, 2023
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	CA

Consumer Description

I just purchased this new 2023 Tesla Model 3. I am not reporting a failed or malfunctioning component but I have a safety concern. After taking delivery I noticed that there are no emergency door latch releases on the rear seats like there are on the front seats. This could make exiting the back seats very difficult or even impossible in the event of an emergency with loss of power to the vehicle. I cannot believe that this feature was omitted. I worry that people will die because they will not be able to escape a burning vehicle quickly enough. This seems like the door could be easily modified to correct this issue and make this vehicle much safer.

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