U.S. closes 2022 probe into 695,000 Tesla vehicles over unexpected braking

NHTSA closed its 2022 preliminary evaluation of 695,000 Tesla vehicles tied to unexpected deceleration, citing low demonstrated hazard to drivers and a substantial drop in incidents. The action is a modest regulatory de-risking for Tesla, though it is framed as preliminary closure rather than a definitive end-state for all issues.

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NHTSA closed its 2022 preliminary evaluation of 695,000 Tesla vehicles tied to unexpected deceleration, citing low demonstrated hazard to drivers and a substantial drop in incidents. The action is a modest regulatory de-risking for Tesla, though it is framed as preliminary closure rather than a definitive end-state for all issues.