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TALKING CARS WITH CONSUMER REPORTS #42: TESLA MODEL S PROBLEMS
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Consumer Reports details their experience with a 2013 Tesla Model S after 15,000 miles, highlighting both its strengths and weaknesses. While praising its driving dynamics and high owner satisfaction (99% would buy again), the review focuses on several significant issues encountered, including malfunctioning door handles and a critical failure where the center screen went blank, disabling most vehicle controls. The report notes that Tesla's service, including remote software fixes and proactive vehicle pickup with loaners, mitigates some of the inconvenience. However, the long-term reliability remains a key question, with Consumer Reports awaiting further data from their annual survey to determine if the Model S will continue to be recommended. The review also touches upon the public's intense interest in Tesla's reliability and the brand's potential impact on the automotive industry.
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| Brand | Tesla |
|---|---|
| Model | Model S |
| Year | 2013 |
