NHTSA Complaint #11693135 — 2018 TESLA MODEL 3

SERVICE BRAKES issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11693135
Vehicle	2018 TESLA MODEL 3
Component	SERVICE BRAKES
Date of Incident	September 19, 2025
Date Filed	October 13, 2025
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	VA

Consumer Description

The brake lines badly rusted creating safety hazard as Tesla service reported when working on other maintenance. Not a warranty issue not covered as repair is over $3800. Vehicle was not abused and was kept clean regularly - this seems to be a vehicle defect if the brake lines can get moisture trapped behind the battery pack and create excessive corrosion requiring brake line replacement.

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