Tesla Faces Norway Regulator Probe Over Suspension Failures

The Norwegian Public Roads Administration could recommend a recall of Model S and X vehicles, marking Tesla's second major recall in two weeks.

Norway's traffic safety regulator, the Norwegian Public Roads Administration (NPRA), is investigating Tesla over potential suspension failures in its Model S and X vehicles.
The NPRA began its inquiry in September 2022 after receiving complaints about breaking lower rear control arms, which are crucial for vehicle stability.
The regulator could recommend a recall of all Model S and X vehicles sold in Norway to replace the faulty parts if they pose a 'serious risk' to consumers. A decision is expected by Christmas.
This investigation follows a Reuters report revealing Tesla's frequent suspension and steering part failures and the company's tendency to attribute these issues to 'driver abuse.'
Regulatory action in Norway could lead to Tesla's second major recall in two weeks, following an over-the-air software update to more than 2 million EVs in the U.S. to fix a defective system in its Autopilot driver-assistance system.