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Tesla Takes Action: Recalling Model S and Model X Vehicles for Door Defects
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Tesla Takes Action: Recalling Model S and Model X Vehicles for Door Defects

Tesla, the well-known electric vehicle manufacturer, has issued a new recall affecting 120,000 additional cars due to issues with faulty doors. This announcement follows closely on the heels of a larger recall, where nearly 2 million Tesla vehicles in the U.S. were recalled last week over problems related to the Autopilot system. The latest defect, identified in certain Tesla models, could cause doors to open unexpectedly during a collision, presenting a significant safety hazard. According to a report from Business Insider, the affected vehicles include the Tesla Model S and Model X manufactured between 2021 and 2023. Tesla engineers discovered that a cabin door on the opposite side of an impact could unlatch unexpectedly after a crash. This issue was uncovered during inspections ea...