Tesla to recall almost three million vehicles over hidden door handles
At least it looks cool, right Elon? China demands changes ahead of ban on new models in 2027
Millions of Tesla vehicles are being recalled in China over the brand's hidden door handles, which regulators worry could present a danger in crashes.
Minimalist door handles have long been a feature of Elon Musk's electric vehicles. However, Chinese regulators are less than impressed with the tech and demanded that Tesla, alongside other brands, update the vehicles to mitigate a perceived safety risk, in which occupants might not be able to escape a vehicle or rescuers be unable to gain access during an emergency.
According to Chinese authorities, the affected vehicles "have emergency mechanical door handles that are difficult to identify and operate because their color is similar to the interior trim.
"In extreme situations such as a severe collision, causing the vehicle's low-voltage system to fail, this could hinder occupants from...
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