2023 TESLA MODEL 3 Engine Problems

8 NHTSA complaints on file

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Engine Issues in the 2023 TESLA MODEL 3

8 engine complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2023 TESLA MODEL 3. Of these, 1 involved a crash, 0 involved a fire, and 1 resulted in injury.

8
Complaints
1
Crashes
0
Fires
1
Injuries
0
Deaths

All Engine Complaints

#11664745 |
Documenting a sudden unintended acceleration experience. Today while driving and trying to stop for a red light, I lightly applied pressure on my brake pedal to brake for the red light. Midway through the braking, my car lunged forward for about half a second. Went through the dash cam footage, and I noticed that the footage skipped half a second as well. Seems like something electrical that caused the car to lunge. This is a huge safety issue.
#11606916 | Crash
Vehicle was in cruise control, and cruise control did not deactivate causing the vehicle to propel into a building, causing airbag deployment. Safety sensors of car failed to recognize building, other vehicles, and obstructions as required.
#11605855 |
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Car stopped working in middle of road How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? Luckly there were no traffic or car behind , I am not moving the lane. Personal safety and passenger safety Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? Tesla service center at spring field NJ , told me, Front module was at fault and replaced Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others? By Tesla Service Center at Spring Feild NJ Were there any warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure, and when did they first appear? Car shows CP_A044 Unable Charge error while car is running suddenly Car shows move the vehicle side , it will...
#11562401 |
The contact rented a 2023 Tesla Model 3. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 50-60 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. The Engine Lost Power message was displayed, instructing the contact to pull over immediately; unable to drive, exiting and re-entering the vehicle may restore operation. Following the directions, the contact was able to restart the vehicle and drive to the destination. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 39,500.
#11529369 |
Within one day of taking ownership of a new 2023 tesla model 3, the car suddenly stopped running, slowing rapidly to a crawl on the highway, causing a potential hazardous situation. Error code DI_a137 appeared onscreen, and a message that the vehicle was not drivable. After several minutes on the shoulder, the car behaved normally. I cancelled my trip and attempted to return home. The fault recurred, forcing me to pull off the road again. After several minutes the car allowed me to return home. There was never any prior warning. Tesla roadservice picked up the car and today notified me repairs have been made. Tesla Lynwood WA confirmed the intermittent high voltage inverter problem. The rear motor inverter was replaced. I have heard of many such failures in the U.S. and a recall in China for this engine failure problem.
#11527936 |
The contact's son owns a 2023 Tesla Model 3. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed, and the vehicle stalled. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 386.
#11502899 |
After backing out of a parking place I could not switch into "drive". The car froze and had to be put into "tow mode" to be pushed aside and later taken to a dealer. Before being collected the car was partially blocking a car park, but there was no other safety risk. Warnings appeared when the event occurred, but not prior to. The rear drive unit was replaced under warranty.
#11493392 |
Picked up car from the dealership same day and had only 40 miles total on odometer. The car was running smooth. I was driving with my daughter in the passenger seat (12 yrs old) and got 2 error codes and my car went limp in the carpool lane. Basically went into neutral. Deceleration from 75mph .I had to avoid cars next to me to get to the shoulder and was driving at most 30-40 mph hoping a car would not slam into my rear. By the grace of God I made it to the shoulder safely. “Acceleration and Top Speed Reduced” and “Automatic Emergency Braking is Disabled” were the two errors. I’d never been so stressed. That was highly dangerous and I’ve been reading online of several other Tesla owners suffering the same fate. Please don’t wait until someone gets injured or killed before making Tesla recall their cars. I’ve...

Other 2023 TESLA MODEL 3 Problem Areas

Forward Collision Avoidance Adaptive Cruise Control 104 complaints Forward Collision Avoidance Automatic Emergency Braking 90 complaints Steering 82 complaints Vehicle Speed Control 62 complaints Unknown Or Other 53 complaints Service Brakes 50 complaints Electrical System 39 complaints Forward Collision Avoidance Warnings 28 complaints Suspension 18 complaints Air Bags 17 complaints Structurebody 15 complaints Lane Departure Assist 14 complaints Lane Departure Warning 13 complaints Visibilitywiper 12 complaints Seat Belts 10 complaints Power Train 9 complaints Seats 9 complaints Fuelpropulsion System 8 complaints Wheels 8 complaints Back Over Prevention Warnings 5 complaints Lane Departure Blind Spot Detection 4 complaints Electrical Systemadasautonomousself Driving 3 complaints Air Bagssensoroccupant Classification 2 complaints Latcheslockslinkageshoodlatch 2 complaints Service Brakes Hydraulic 2 complaints Back Over Prevention Automatic System Braking 1 complaint Back Over Prevention Rearview System Braking 1 complaint Back Over Preventionwarningsexternalpedestrian Alert 1 complaint Electrical Systempropulsion Systemchargingport 1 complaint Electrical Systempropulsion Systeminverter 1 complaint Electronic Stability Control Esc 1 complaint Exterior Lighting 1 complaint Forward Collision Avoidance Dynamic Brake Supportbrake Assist 1 complaint Latcheslockslinkagesdoorslatch 1 complaint Latcheslockslinkagestrunk Lidlatch 1 complaint Service Brakes Hydraulic Autohold Brake Systembrake Holdsoftware 1 complaint Steeringrack And Pinion 1 complaint Structurebodybumpers 1 complaint Structurebodyhatchbackliftgatesupport Devicestrut 1 complaint Structurebodytrunk Lid 1 complaint Tires 1 complaint Vehicle Speed Controlaccelerator Pedal 1 complaint Vehicle Speed Controlthrottle 1 complaint Visibilitywindshield 1 complaint
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