Tesla Recalls 1.85 million Vehicles due to Hood Issue – Tesla Defect Injury Lawyers

Tesla issued a recall (#SB-24-00-012) that affects 1.85 million vehicles. Reportedly, the vehicles have a software issue that could result in the failure to detect unlatched hoods. This increases the risk that the hood opens during driving and causes a crash.

Reportedly, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) posted about the Tesla recall, which was dated Wednesday, July 24, 2024, and warned drivers that an “unlatched hood can fully open, obstructing the driver’s view and increasing the risk of a crash.” According to the NHTSA, the recall applies to certain vehicles of the following models:

2021 – 2024 Model 3
2021 – 2024 Model S
2021 – 2024 Model X
2020 – 2024 Model Y

According to the NHTSA, Tesla began investigating the situation on March 25, 2024, after consumers in China complained of hoods opening. Tesla decided to issue the recall out of caution. The company is expected to mail out notification letters to all their consumers on September 22, 2024.

According to Tesla, they have received at least three reports of the issue among U.S. consumers but no reports of crashes or injuries. However, it is possible that there are unreported incidents that may include crashes and harm. If you or a member of your family suffered harm associated with the recalled Tesla vehicles, it is important that you seek legal assistance as soon as possible. Based on the details surrounding your claim, you could have the right to sue.

For more information about the legal options available to you, contact us today. The experts here at the Downtown L.A. Law Group have decades of experience and are ready to provide you with the guidance that you need to pursue your lawsuit and recover the compensation that you are owed. For more information about the legal options available to you, contact us as soon as possible. Our team is ready to guide you every step of the way.

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Possible Injuries Resulting from the Defective Tesla Vehicles

When the hood of a car is unlatched, it can suddenly open during driving and block driver view and potentially lead to a crash. When their view is suddenly completely blocked, drivers may crash into other vehicles or even objects. Some drivers might panic and slam on their brakes, resulting in rear-end crashes. No matter the type of crash that occurs, consumers could sustain a number of injuries, which could include the following:

Head injuries, concussions, and traumatic brain injuries
Neck injuries and back injuries
Spinal cord injuries
Shoulder injuries
Hip injuries
Pelvic injuries
Knee injuries
Dislocations
Fractures
Nerve injuries
Ligament injuries
Muscle injuries
Impaling injuries
Crushing injuries
Road burn
Lacerations
Scrapes and bruises

No matter the specific harm that you or a loved one suffered in an incident caused by defective Tesla software failing to warn about an unlatched hood, you could have the right to file a lawsuit.

Can I File a Lawsuit?

Yes, you could be entitled to file a lawsuit. Your right to sue will likely be based o the concept of negligence, which states that all product manufacturers have a duty to ensure that their products (including vehicles) are safe to be made available to consumers. When auto manufacturers fail to identify and address defects in their vehicles prior to making them available to consumers, they can be liable for all resulting harm. This means that injured consumers could file lawsuits against Tesla. For more information about your right to sue, contact us today.

Can I File a Lemon Law Claim?

Under the California lemon law, you may have the right to pursue a claim. In general, vehicles still under warranty with persistent issues that cannot be fixed even after reasonable repair attempts are defined as lemons. Under the lemon law, affected consumers could pursue claims and get reimbursed for any out-of-pocket costs for repairs/rentals, all payments made on the vehicle, and even a replacement vehicle, for example. It is important to note that lemon law claims are separate from injury claims.

What Compensation is Available for Recovery?

If you were injured as a result of the hood issue present in the Tesla vehicles, you could pursue a claim and recover compensation. Although every claim is different, some of the compensation that claimants could be eligible to receive could include the following:

Medical costs
Lost earnings
Pain and suffering
Punitive damages
Property damage
Legal costs

Here at our law firm, our experts are ready to provide you with the guidance that you need to fight for your rights and recover the highest payout available for your claim. Whether our team has to negotiate a settlement or take your claim to trial to reach a fair verdict, you can trust that our team is more than ready to fight for your right to recover the maximum compensation available. How much can I recover? Injury claims and wrongful death claims associated with defective vehicles can be associated with values ranging from $150,000 to $750,000, although they can often be worth more. For more information about the possible value of your claim, contact us today.

How Long Do I Have to Sue?

If you are pursuing a personal injury claim after being harmed in an accident caused by a defective Tesla, your claim will be subject to a two-year statute of limitations (specifically, in California). If you do not file your claim on time, you could lose your right to sue. For more information about the total length of time that you have to pursue your claim, contact us today. Our lawyers are ready to help you file your claim on time.

Contact the Downtown L.A. Law Group Today

If you or a member of your family sustained injuries in an incident resulting from a defective Tesla included in the recall mentioned above, you could have the right to file a lawsuit and receive compensation. For more information about the legal options available to you, please do not hesitate to reach out to our legal team as soon as possible. Our team here at the Downtown L.A. Law Group have decades of experience and are ready to provide you with the guidance that you need to fight for your rights and get justice. If you are ready to speak with our defective auto injury lawyers, contact us today.

We offer free case evaluations, which include free consultations and free second opinions. During these free legal services, our team will be available to answer all your questions and address all your concerns. Our experts will be available to provide you with all the information that you need to start or continue your claim against Tesla. To schedule a free case evaluation, contact us today.

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