Tesla has faced numerous complaints and legal troubles. In July, a German court ruled against Tesla for unreliable driver assistance systems. In February 2022, Tesla recalled 578,000 vehicles for not meeting safety standards. Complaints about costly battery replacements are common; a Finnish owner blew up his car rather than pay $23,000 for a new battery.
The viral TikTok video garnered sympathy. One user wrote, “I’ve had nothing but issues with mine.” Another commented, “A mint 2005 Honda Civic would have still been running.” Zelaya eventually sold his car, stating, “That’s going to be the end of my Tesla journey. It’s out of my life. Keep it out of yours.”
