USA: 3,470 model Yurations sold in the US have been called back by EV manufacturer Tesla located in the US. The automeker took this action to solve a problem with loose bolts with second row seatbacks on vehicles made in 2022 and 2023.
The problem was discovered from December through five warranty claims, the company informed the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
One of the world's largest EV manufacturers is Elon Musk's Tesla. Critics see the company as setting standard in both high-demonstrations and mass market EV segment.
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However, the automaker is currently investigating for many problems related to life-threatening accidents brought by its products. The latest "loose bolt" problem may have even greater impact on the reputation of the automaker.
Tesla claims that 3,470 units of models Y EV, manufactured in 2022 and 2023 for the US market, may be a problem with Bolt holding the second line seatback, Tesla claims.
According to NHTSA, a loose seat frame can spoil the effectiveness of the bolt seat belt system, which increases the chances of fatal injuries during the collision.
Model S and Model X Tesla are brothers and buffaloes from which model Y has given some design indications. It has a follicle-like sloping roof, a racned windscreen, integrated DRL, flush-fitted door handle, chrome-line windows, flared wheel arches, and swapback LED headlamps with designer alloy wheels. It also has a sculpture hood. LED taillights wrap around the entire rear of the electric vehicle.
Performance-wise, Tesla model Y is available with a dual motor setup that is associated with a large 75kwh battery pack made of 4680 type cylindrical batteries. The electric vehicle (EV) claims to have a 525 km range.
The interior of Tesla model Y has seven-seats (5+2) cabin from a room. It has a premium interior, a 12-way power adjustable front seat, a panoramic glass roof, dual-zone climate control, a wireless charger, an all-black dashboard with a wooden accent, an all-black dashboard, premium upholstery and a 15.0 inch touchscreen infotainment system With the latest connectivity features.
There are several airbags and a semi-late autopylot system for the safety of passengers.
The Tesla model Y's base long range variant is priced at $ 54,990 (about Rs 44.93 lakh) in the US, while the top-of-the-line performance trim level cost $ 58,990 (about Rs 48.2 lakh).
