Tesla Defective Software Causing Hoods to Open – Contact Lemon Law Lawyers Today
Tesla issued a recall (number #SB-24-00-012) that includes 1.85 million vehicles. The vehicles have a software issue that can result in the failure to detect an unlatched hood and increase the risk of hoods opening and causing a crash.
The recall includes the following vehicles:
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2021 – 2024 Model S
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2021 – 2024 Model X
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2020 – 2024 Model Y
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2021 – 2024 Model 3
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has 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, complaints of “unintended hood opening events” were reported in China on March 25, 2024.
Tesla is offering affected consumers a free software update.
If you have been affected with the defective Tesla software and your vehicle is becoming unsafe to drive, you should seek legal assistance as soon as possible. You could have the right to file a lemon law claim. For more information about the legal options available to you, contact Lemon Law Lawyers today.
Our team has the experience to handle your claim and help you reach the best outcome possible. If you are ready to speak with our experts, contact us at your earliest convenience.
A Review of the California Lemon Law
The lemon law refers to the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act and the Tanner Consumer Protection Act. These two laws work together to protect consumers who are dealing with defective vehicles that cannot be repaired even after multiple repair attempts. Under the lemon law, manufacturers have the duty to either replace or repurchase defective vehicles. Does the lemon law apply to my vehicle? The lemon law applies to new and certified-used vehicles that are leased or financed (or already owned). For more information about the lemon law and your right to file a claim, contact us today.
Can I File a Tesla Defective Software Lemon Law Claim?
Yes, you could have the right to file a lemon law claim for a defective Tesla. If your vehicle has undergone multiple repair attempts for the same issue, your vehicle is still under warranty, and the defect has affected your vehicle’s safety, use, or value, you could have the right to file a lemon law claim. To ensure that you have access to all the information that you need or to explore the legal options available to you, contact the experts at Lemon Law Lawyers at your earliest convenience.
The Remedies Available
What remedies are available for lemon law claims? A successful lemon law claim could result in the following:
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A replacement vehicle or a vehicle buyback
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A full reimbursement for all out-of-pocket costs for repairs and more
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All legal fees covered
If you would like to learn more about the remedies available for your lemon law claim, we recommend that you reach out to a legal expert as soon as possible. Our lawyers are fully committed to getting you the best outcome possible for your claim. We are not afraid to take on Tesla or any other negligent product manufacturer to fight for the rights of our clients.
How Much Time Do I Have to File a Lemon Law Claim?
This is a very important question. All claims are subject to a statute of limitations or a deadline to sue. When claimants do not file their claims on time, they can lose their right to sue altogether, so they will not be able to bring forth a claim. Under the lemon law, consumers can have up to four years to file their claims. However, since vehicles must still be under manufacturer warranty to qualify as lemons, you might have to file your claim in less than four years. Since the length of these warranties can differ based on the manufacturer, it is important that you review your auto warranty and file as soon as possible.
Contact Lemon Law Lawyers Today
If you have been dealing with a defective Tesla that has become unsafe to drive, it is important that you seek legal assistance as soon as possible. If you are ready to speak with experts on lemon law to learn more about your right to sue, contact us today. Here at the My Lemon Law Lawyer Group, our experts are ready to guide you every step of the way and help you pursue your lemon law claim. Our team is ready to guide you every step of the way.
We offer free legal services, which include free consultations and free second opinions. Whether you are looking to begin or continue your lemon law claim, you can be certain that our team will be available to answer all your questions and address all your concerns – and provide you with all the information that you need to begin or continue your claim. To schedule a free case evaluation, contact us today.
Our team offers a Zero-Fee Guarantee, so you will never have to worry about paying any upfront legal costs for any of our legal services. Contact Lemon Law Lawyers today to learn more about how we can help you pursue your claim!



