Tesla has recently made headlines with its recent recall of over 120,000 vehicles because of potentially faulty doors. According to a statement released by Tesla, the doors of these vehicles, including the Tesla Model X and Model Y, may open unexpectedly during a crash. This could lead to a serious safety hazard, and Tesla has warned customers to immediately contact the company to arrange a service appointment so that their vehicles can be checked.
Although Tesla has not disclosed the exact cause of the problem, it has briefed suppliers and dealers about the issue, and some reports have suggested it could be related to latch assembly, body or door structure, or door trim parts. Tesla has told customers that the affected vehicles may also cause difficulty in closing the doors, and certain latches may become stuck in an “unlatched” state.
Tesla is working diligently to fix the issue, and is arranging free repairs of any affected vehicles. The recalled vehicles were manufactured between February 2016 and October 2016. Customers receiving the recall notice have been asked to bring their vehicles to a Tesla service center as soon as possible. The company is sending technicians to some locations to carry out the repairs, but customers are asked to check with their local service centers to see if appointments are available.
This recall is the latest in a series of issues that have surrounded Tesla vehicles over the last few years. This includes issues with sudden acceleration, lack of autopilot warning, and most recently, a hacking attack on computers installed in Tesla cars. Tesla has always taken steps to address these issues, and this recall is a reflection of their dedication to safety and customer satisfaction.
