Tesla, one of the most striking names in the automotive world, became the focus of discussions again. More recently, the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Approximately 179 thousand 2022 model Tesla Model 3launched a comprehensive investigation involving his vehicle. This investigation was carried out at the time of the accident. Disabling of electronic door systemsAnd difficulties in emergency evacuationIt concentrates around. Is there a conflict between Tesla’s innovative design and safety? The answer to this question is a very critical issue for many drivers and experts.
Emergency Accessibility Crisis
In the incident that triggered the investigation, a Tesla driver was arrested after the accident. electrical system collapseHe could not get out of the vehicle due to The experience of this person, who had to break the window in a moment of panic, is Tesla’s security measuresIt caused questioning. In Tesla models, the doors are closed under normal conditions. electronic buttonsIt opens with . However, it is designed to be used in case of power outage. mechanical opening levers, hidden inside the door panels. This makes it difficult for users to find these handles in times of panic. The complaining driver did not notice anything in the vehicle. guiding phraseHe emphasizes that there is no.
No Backseat Exit?
NHTSA’s review isn’t limited to front doors. Digital manuals of Model 3 vehicles produced between 2017-2022, There is no mechanical emergency exit handle for rear passengers.reveals. This could leave rear seat passengers completely defenseless in the event of an accident or fire. In terms of automotive safety, this stands out as a serious concern.
Informational or Design Error?
Tesla notes that evacuation procedures are detailed in the user manual. However, experts and security authorities believe that these mechanisms intuitiveemphasizes that it should be. Users need to know how to exit the vehicle in the event of an accident, and beyond such information, Evacuation mechanisms must be easily accessible.
As a result of NHTSA’s evaluation, the situation Is it user error or a design flaw?It will become clear. This decision resulted in a large-scale recall operation for Tesla and digital door lock standards in the automotive industrymay pave the way for rewriting. Therefore, how Tesla will develop a solution to this crisis is of critical importance for both the company’s image and user safety.
