Table 1 shows one common power train related problems of the 2024 Tesla Model 3.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Power Train problems |
Subject: vehicle safety complaint — 2024 Tesla Model 3 rwd — sudden loss of steering control and total-loss crash I am submitting this complaint concerning a serious safety incident involving my 2024 Tesla Model 3 rear-wheel drive. While driving manually on a wet highway in [xxx], my vehicle suddenly moved sideways and began to lose control. I was not using autopilot or full self-driving. Despite my attempt to maintain control using the steering wheel, I was unable to steer the vehicle back under control. The vehicle left the roadway and entered a pond, resulting in a total loss. I have video footage documenting the incident and surrounding road conditions. I am concerned that this incident may have involved a vehicle safety defect, potentially involving the steering system, electronic stability control, traction-control system, or another vehicle system responsible for maintaining directional control. I understand that wet-road conditions and hydroplaning are possible explanations; however, I believe the reported inability to regain steering control warrants a thorough technical investigation rather than assuming that weather alone caused the crash. I request that NHTSA review this incident for potential safety implications involving the 2024 Tesla Model 3 rwd and determine whether similar complaints or technical findings may indicate a broader safety issue. I also request that Tesla preserve all available vehicle telemetry, diagnostic logs, fault codes, steering-system data, wheel-speed information, and electronic stability-control records associated with the incident. Vehicle information * make and model: Tesla Model 3 * model year: 2024 * drivetrain: rear-wheel drive * driving mode: manual * incident location: [xxx] * weather: wet roadway / rain * outcome: vehicle left the roadway and entered a pond; total loss * evidence available: video footage information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).
Possible unintended acceleration incident while approaching the driveway the car accidentally accelerated on its own, cause a collision. We request that Tesla preserve all vehicle logs and telemetry data for safety investigation. VIN: [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).
The rear motor became completely disabled while driving. The rear motor suddenly made noise and locked up when I was driving about 10 mph. I received a red alert on my screen saying to pull over now and another alert saying the car is shutting off. The car suddenly stopped on its own before I could do anything. I then got a yellow warning message saying that the rear motor is disabled. I was luckily driving slowly in a parking lot when this occurred but if it happened on a public road, things could have gone much worse. I contacted Tesla support when it occurred but I cancelled the support request because the alerts went away once I exited the car. The vehicle drives normally but not sure if it will happen suddenly again.
I was in a drive thru of a fast food restaurant and the car rapidly accelerated on its own and crashed into a wall. The air bags deployed and we were injured. We also narrowly missed hitting a pedestrian. The car hasn’t been inspected by anyone yet, however it is available if someone wants to inspect it.