Vehicle Safety
NHTSA Model 3 probe deepens Tesla door safety scrutiny amid fatalities and complaints
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Building on the NHTSA's recently opened defect investigation into 179,071 2022 Tesla Model 3s over hidden emergency door releases—as detailed in prior coverage—this probe highlights design flaws linked to at least 15 fatalities, over 140 complaints, and growing calls for reform.
Consumer Reports announced its 2026 Top 10 Vehicles list on February 3, highlighting Ford and Tesla as the only U.S.-based brands to secure spots. The rankings draw from road tests, reliability data, and owner surveys, emphasizing fuel economy and usability. Subaru and Toyota each claimed two entries, reflecting strengths in multi-energy strategies.
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The NHTSA has opened an investigation into emergency door mechanisms on about 180,000 2022 Tesla Model 3 vehicles, prompted by a defect petition from an owner trapped in a post-crash fire. This follows a Bloomberg report documenting 15 related deaths and prior scrutiny of Model Y doors.