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June 22, 2026
Federal Investigation Launched into Tesla After Fatal Crash
- The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has opened a formal investigation into Tesla following a fatal crash in Texas.
- A 76-year-old woman was killed when a Tesla Model 3, reportedly using automated driving features, crashed into her home.
- This incident renews scrutiny on Tesla's driver-assistance systems amid ongoing concerns about their safety and reporting practices.
2 Sources
- Tesla Crash That Killed a Texas Woman Will be Investigated by Federal RegulatorsJun 22, 2026 at 10:53 PM · NYT
- Tesla under fire as deadly ‘autopilot’ crash into Texas home sparks federal probeJun 23, 2026 at 8:59 AM · Independent