NHTSA Complaint #11580302 — 2018 TESLA MODEL S

STEERING issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number 11580302
Vehicle 2018 TESLA MODEL S
Component STEERING
Date of Incident
Date Filed
Mileage N/A miles
Crash No
Fire No
Injuries 0
Deaths 0
Vehicle Towed No
State CA

Consumer Description

My vehicle suddenly displayed an alert saying, “steering assist reduced” and the steering wheel became extremely difficult to turn. I became very concerned about my safety and the safety of other drivers, so I took the car to Tesla for service. It is currently being repaired.

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