Car was being driven into a car wash. Driver went to put car into neutral and car lurched forward and crashed into car in front of it without gas pedal being engaged. Vehicle has not been inspected by manufacturer or others. No warning lamps or other messages. May have been related to recently installed full self driving software that was automatically installed but was not requested by vehicle owner. Vehicle owner did not intend to engage any sort of self driving or automatic acceleration systems.
| VIN Pattern | 7SAYGAEE*PF****** |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating | Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) |
| Manufacturer | TESLA, INC. |
| Make | TESLA |
| Model | Model Y |
| Model Year | 2023 |
| Body Class | Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV)/Multi-Purpose Vehicle (MPV) |
| Vehicle Type | MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV) |
| Other Engine Info | Dual Motor – Standard |
| Primary Fuel Type | Electric |
| Electrification Level | BEV (Battery Electric Vehicle) |
| Front Air Bags | 1st Row (Driver and Passenger) |
| Knee Air Bags | 1st Row (Driver and Passenger) |
| Side Air Bag | 1st and 2nd and 3rd Rows |
| Seat Belts | Manual |
| Other Restraint System Info | Type 2 manual seatbelts (FR, SR*3, TR*2) / PODS |
| Plant City | FREMONT |
| Plant State | CALIFORNIA |
| Plant Country | UNITED STATES (USA) |