NHTSA Complaint #11560990 — 2020 TESLA MODEL 3

UNKNOWN OR OTHER issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11560990
Vehicle	2020 TESLA MODEL 3
Component	UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Date of Incident	November 22, 2023
Date Filed	December 19, 2023
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	TN

Consumer Description

cabin heat not working, vehicle’s defroster is also not work well enough to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standards regarding windshield visibility. error message on the vehicle’s user interface saying that heating and air conditioning are limited or unavailable. The blower motor, which sends air into the cabin, will remain operational.

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