NHTSA Complaint #11624386 — 2015 TESLA MODEL S
STEERING issue reported to NHTSA
Complaint Details
| ODI Number | 11624386 |
| Vehicle | 2015 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 | WA |
Consumer Description
The universal joint that connects the steering to the wheels is exposed to the elements and causes the steering to be difficult and/or stop working.
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