NHTSA Complaint #11589988 — 2023 TESLA MODEL 3
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL issue reported to NHTSA
Complaint Details
| ODI Number | 11589988 |
| Vehicle | 2023 TESLA MODEL 3 |
| Component | FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL |
| Date of Incident | |
| Date Filed | |
| Mileage | 6,730 miles |
| Crash | No |
| Fire | No |
| Injuries | 0 |
| Deaths | 0 |
| Vehicle Towed | No |
| State | CA |
Consumer Description
The contact owns a 2023 Tesla Model 3. The contact stated while driving approximately 72 MPH with the cruise control activated, the vehicle abruptly decelerated and nearly came to a complete stop. During the failure, there were no other vehicles or objects nearby. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The manufacturer was not yet contacted. The failure mileage was 6,730. The contact stated the primary concern is that unexpected emergency braking for no apparent reason on our 2023 Tesla Model 3 was dangerous. The dealer indicated that their review of the data for the approximate date and time did not show anything and cancelled the appointment.
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