NHTSA Complaint #11684245 — 2023 TESLA MODEL S

STEERING issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11684245
Vehicle	2023 TESLA MODEL S
Component	STEERING
Date of Incident	September 1, 2025
Date Filed	September 1, 2025
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	PA

Consumer Description

The steering wheels on these Tesla Model S vehicles have a horn button instead of depressing the center of the wheel. This button is difficult to find when turning the wheel or when an incident is happening.

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