US opens second federal investigation of deadly Tesla crash into Texas home
Summary
The US government has started a second federal investigation into a Tesla crash that killed a woman in a Texas home while the car’s driver-assistance system was reportedly active. The victim’s family has also filed a lawsuit claiming Tesla was negligent and failed to warn about problems with its autopilot and full self-driving features.Key Facts
- The crash happened on June 19 in Katy, Texas, killing 76-year-old Martha Avila.
- The Tesla Model 3 reportedly had autopilot engaged when it hit the home.
- The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) are both investigating.
- Avila’s family sued Tesla for wrongful death, claiming autopilot and full self-driving systems were defective.
- The lawsuit seeks more than $1 million in damages and accuses Tesla of reckless disregard for safety.
- Tesla’s CEO Elon Musk defended the company on social media, saying the crash involved high speed and that the driver pressed the accelerator fully.
- Tesla has faced many government probes into its driver-assistance systems since 2016, including a large recall in 2023 to ensure drivers pay attention.
- The case also involves the Tesla driver, Michael Butler, who is named in the lawsuit but has not been reached for comment.
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