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NHTSA opens probe into Tesla Model 3 emergency door releases
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The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has launched an investigation into the emergency door release mechanisms of Tesla's Model 3 vehicles, citing concerns that they are hidden and hard to access in emergencies. The probe, which covers about 179,000 model-year 2022 vehicles, follows a complaint involving a fire where the owner escaped through the rear window. This scrutiny comes amid broader safety questions about Tesla's door designs linked to past fatal crashes.
In a significant shift in China's electric vehicle market, Xiaomi's SU7 surpassed Tesla's Model 3 in sales for 2025, delivering 258,164 units compared to Tesla's 200,361. This marks the first time since Tesla's 2019 entry into China that another brand has overtaken it in the premium sedan segment. The development highlights intensifying competition, prompting Tesla to launch an insurance subsidy for the Model 3.
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Tesla's Model Y and Model 3 led the US electric vehicle market in 2025 as part of a year that saw total sales of about 1.28 million units. The Model Y sold 357,528 units for 39.5% share, while the Model 3 delivered 192,440 units for 15.9% share—together over 55% of the market and underscoring Tesla's hold amid challenges. (See our series overview for full market breakdown.)
Tesla is now allowing US owners of the refreshed Model 3 to reinstall the turn signal stalk for a fee. The company removed the stalk in its 2024 Highland update, replacing it with buttons that received mixed feedback. The retrofit kit costs $595 and is available on Tesla's website.