- The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said it is opening a preliminary investigation into 120,000 Tesla Model Y vehicles after two reports of steering wheels falling off while driving.
- The U.S. auto safety regulator said the steering wheels in both 2023 model year vehicles, which had a low mileage, completely detached.
- NHTSA is opening a preliminary investigation to assess the "scope, frequency, and manufacturing processes associated with this condition.".
U.S. opens Tesla probe into reports steering wheels fell off
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said Wednesday it is opening a preliminary investigation into 120,000 Tesla Model Y vehicles after two reports of steering wheels falling off while driving.
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