NHTSA Complaint #11710114 — 2026 TESLA MODEL Y

EXTERIOR LIGHTING issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11710114
Vehicle	2026 TESLA MODEL Y
Component	EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Date of Incident	October 30, 2025
Date Filed	January 10, 2026
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	IL

Consumer Description

The interior of the front trunk (Frunk) does not have an emergency release button or the hardware to support it. In the event that a child or person is inside the front trunk with the hood closed, that person cannot escape the enclosed area without having an outside person finding a key or tool to open the front trunk. Also, there is no light in the front trunk so it is completely dark when closed. This feature (emergency release button) previously came standard in this make and model prior to October 2025.

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