Don't let your Tesla car run out of battery just like this driver who happens to get trapped inside it.
A woman has issued a warning to fellow Tesla drivers after she found herself trapped inside her Model Y. Despite owning the car for about three years without major issues, she faced a frightening experience last month. Still, the Arizona native said that it's a fun car to drive regardless.
The Unexpected Shutdown
As reported by KPHO, the woman was elated to say that she had been enjoying driving her Tesla EV for the past years. However, her perspective changed when she attempted to go for a drive with a fully charged vehicle.
"I unplugged the car, got inside, shut the door, and everything just shut down. I couldn't open the windows. I couldn't unlock the doors. I was trapped," the woman said.
Unable to Access the Manual
As she struggled to understand what was happening, she attempted to check the owner's manual, only to discover that the glove box would not open.
Desperate for help, she called a friend in the neighborhood. She told the news outlet that someone managed to help her but couldn't figure out how to solve the problem.
She added that her neighbor cannot identify an effective way to open the car from the outside.
Emergency Roadside Assistance
Another report from 14News says that the woman requested emergency roadside assistance through the Tesla app.
After some time, they texted her with instructions on locating a secret latch to open the door manually, allowing her to finally escape. She described the incident as "scary and very unnerving."
Not an Isolated Incident
This woman's experience is not unique. Many Tesla drivers have reported being trapped inside their vehicles when the battery dies and all electronics shut down.
Tesla vehicles have a main battery for propulsion and a smaller battery for onboard electronics, including door releases and power windows. When the smaller battery fails, these systems stop working.
For instance, a toddler in Scottsdale was trapped when the same incident happened. Unfortunately, the Tesla car's battery died all of a sudden.
Renee Sanchez, according to AZ Family, quickly noticed that her car was dead. Inside the vehicle was her 20-month-old granddaughter.
Since this was an emergency, Sanchez immediately called 911. The Scottsdale firefighters came to rescue the baby trapped inside.
Lack of Warnings and Information
According to the Arizona woman, the Tesla car does not give any warning if its battery is already low or not. She just discovered right away that it shut down abruptly.
Apart from that, she also mentioned that she had no idea there was a manual door release and discovered that many other Tesla owners were unaware of it as well.
Because of this unfortunate situation, the woman is urging Tesla to educate drivers about these crucial safety features and to rethink the default logic of the car's power-down procedures. "
How to Find the Manual Door Release
If you own a Tesla, it's crucial to familiarize yourself with the location of the manual door release. Check your owner's manual and ensure you know how to use it in case of an emergency.
Being prepared can make all the difference in a situation where you might otherwise feel helpless.
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