NHTSA Complaint #11559428 — 2018 TESLA MODEL S LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

Complaint Details

ODI Number	11559428
Vehicle	2018 TESLA MODEL S
Component	LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Date of Incident	December 9, 2023
Date Filed	December 11, 2023
Mileage	131,000 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	FL

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2018 Tesla Model S. The contact stated that the emergency trunk latch had failed, and the trunk was unable to be opened. Additionally, while operating the vehicle, the emergency trunk latch warning light remained illuminated, and the doors could not be locked and secured. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The local dealer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 131,000.

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