Lawsuit Claims Defective Door Handles Played Role in Deadly Model 3 Accident

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Case Summary

A new lawsuit has been filed against Tesla following a fatal 2023 crash in Washington State involving a Model 3. The complaint was submitted to the U.S. District Court and alleges that Tesla was negligent in the vehicle’s design and ignored known fire and unintended‑acceleration hazards.

Accident Details

During the incident, defective door handles on the Model 3 prevented occupants from escaping the vehicle after it caught fire. The malfunction trapped the passengers, resulting in one death and multiple severe injuries.

Legal Claims

The lawsuit asserts that Tesla failed to address documented safety concerns related to fire risks and accidental acceleration. It seeks accountability for the design flaws that contributed to the tragic outcome.

Lawsuit Claims Defective Door Handles Played Role in Deadly Model 3 Accident

Case Summary

Accident Details

Legal Claims

Lawsuit Claims Defective Door Handles Played Role in Deadly Model 3 Accident