The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is investigating approximately 1.2 million Tesla vehicles due to reports of suspension failures that may lead to a loss of vehicle directional control. The preliminary investigation focuses on the 2018-2020 Model 3 and the 2021-2023 Model Y, as detailed in a filing from the NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. The NHTSA has received 156 complaints regarding the issue, which involves the detachment of the front lower lateral link. In many cases, the failure occurred without prior warning, although some complaints mentioned noises occurring before the failure.
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NHTSA Investigates 1.2 Million Tesla Vehicles for Suspension Issues
The NHTSA is conducting a preliminary investigation into 1.2 million Tesla vehicles, specifically the Model 3 and Model Y, due to suspension failure complaints. The investigation follows 156 reports of issues related to the detachment of the front lower lateral link, which could affect vehicle control.
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