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Tesla hit with another wrongful death suit over its electronic door handles
Model 3/Y Feb 05, 2026

Tesla hit with another wrongful death suit over its electronic door handles

A mother is suing Tesla over the electronic door handles on its Model Y, alleging they trapped her son during a fatal fire. This is the latest in a series of wrongful death lawsuits and customer complaints regarding the handles, which are now under federal investigation. The case highlights ongoing safety concerns that could impact Tesla's reputation and potentially lead to recalls or design changes.