NHTSA Complaint #11621575 — 2023 TESLA MODEL Y

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM issue reported to NHTSA

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Crash Fire 1 Injury

Complaint Details

ODI Number 11621575
Vehicle 2023 TESLA MODEL Y
Component ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Date of Incident
Date Filed
Mileage N/A miles
Crash Yes
Fire Yes
Injuries 1
Deaths 0
Vehicle Towed No
State IL

Consumer Description

The contact owned a 2023 Tesla Model Y. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH in autopilot mode when the vehicle crashed into a tree. After the crash, the vehicle battery caught on fire and there was an explosion. The contact sustained bruises on the left hand that required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed but no further information was available. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC). The failure mileage was unknown.

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