Tesla Bumper Causes Issues

Oct. 22, 2020
Tesla Model 3 bumpers have been reported to detach from the vehicle in extreme rain.

Oct. 22, 2020—Tesla Model 3 owners have reported issues when driving through standing pools of water, but the automaker has not issued a recall. 

According to Extreme Tech, heavy rain has caused some Tesla Model 3 bumpers to completely detach from the vehicle, creating a dangerous environment for those in the car as well as anyone else on the roads. 

It's unknown how many units are affected and the automaker has not commented on how much owners will have to pay to fix this potentially dangerous issue. 

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