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Paramus NJ, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has launched an investigation into nearly 2.6 million Tesla vehicles following multiple reports of crashes linked to the company’s remote-control features, Smart Summon and Actually Smart Summon.
Why Is NHTSA Investigating Tesla?
The investigation began on Monday after four incidents were reported to the NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation (ODI). According to the agency, the crashes involved Tesla’s Actually Smart Summon feature, which allows users to remotely move their vehicles to a designated location using a mobile app.
In these cases, Tesla vehicles reportedly failed to detect obstacles such as posts or parked cars, leading to collisions. This is not the first scrutiny Tesla has faced; in October, the NHTSA opened a separate investigation into 2.4 million Tesla vehicles equipped with Full Self-Driving (FSD) software following reports of four collisions, including a fatal accident in 2023.
What Is Tesla’s Actually Smart Summon?
Actually Smart Summon is an updated version of Tesla’s original Smart Summon feature. This function enables users to summon their cars via a smartphone app, allowing the vehicle to navigate short distances autonomously.
The ODI received 12 complaints about crashes linked to Smart Summon and Actually Smart Summon, with users claiming the vehicle’s performance gave them insufficient reaction time to prevent an accident.
What Is NHTSA Investigating?
The investigation will delve into several aspects of Tesla’s Actually Smart Summon feature, including:
- Crash Capabilities: Evaluating how the system handles unforeseen obstacles and connectivity delays.
- Operation on Public Roads: Analyzing the feature’s top speed and performance in various environments.
- Field Performance: Reviewing its effectiveness in Full Self-Driving-equipped vehicles and those using free trial offers.
The NHTSA’s probe will initially focus on a preliminary evaluation before determining whether to escalate the investigation to an engineering analysis or recommend a recall.
Tesla Models Affected by the Investigation
The following Tesla vehicles equipped with Full Self-Driving (FSD) features are under review:
- Model S: 2016–2025
- Model X: 2016–2025
- Model 3: 2017–2025
- Model Y: 2020–2025
What’s Next?
Tesla’s innovative technology has consistently pushed boundaries, but the recent scrutiny highlights the challenges of balancing innovation with safety. As the investigation unfolds, the NHTSA will determine if the issues warrant further action, including recalls.
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