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NHTSA Tesla suspension safety investigations

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  1. Breaking

    NHTSA opens investigation into 1.2 million Tesla vehicles over suspension concerns

  2. · date approximate Background

    NHTSA upgraded its investigation into Tesla's Full Self-Driving software.

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    Tesla issued a second recall for 422 Model 3 vehicles.

    In 2023, Tesla issued a second recall specifically for 422 Model 3 vehicles manufactured in 2018 and 2019.

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    Tesla recalled 2,822 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles due to a linkage issue.

    In 2021, Tesla recalled 2,822 vehicles, consisting of Model 3 and Model Y models, due to a linkage issue. This problem arose because fasteners may not have reached the correct torque during the production process.

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    NHTSA scrutinized Tesla Model S and Model X suspension issues following a dispute in China.

    In 2020, the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration scrutinized suspension issues involving Tesla Model S and Model X vehicles. This scrutiny followed a dispute concerning a related recall in China.

    The investigation into these specific models was eventually closed in 2024. While the agency did not force a recall, it recommended a change to the part.