> Hundreds of #Tesla owners complain of unexpected ‘phantom braking’
Hundreds of #Tesla owners complain of unexpected ‘phantom braking’
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The phenomenon, known as "phantom braking," has been documented in videos shared online by Tesla owners. Their vehicles suddenly slam the brakes, often on open roadways, dropping in speed in response to imagined hazards.
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https://www.kgw.com/article/news/investigations/tesla-drivers-complain-unexpected-phantom-braking/283-f6916c06-f052-4d01-9813-e0c5fe3eff39
Over the past two months, KGW analyzed thousands of federal auto safety complaints, interviewed more than 50 Tesla owners and even tested a vehicle during a 750-mile road trip. Our investigation found incidents of unexpected or "phantom" braking are more widespread than previously reported.
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