File · TESLA-PHANTOM-BRAKING

Autopilot phantom braking

Manufacturer

Tesla

Years

2021–2024

Where people complain about this

Reddit reply — long

That sounds like the **Autopilot phantom braking** issue — it's a known defect on Tesla Model 3/Model Y/Model S from 2021–2024.

Autopilot/FSD-equipped vehicles brake suddenly and unexpectedly with no obstacle present. NHTSA investigation EA22-002 covers 750k+ vehicles.

Source: NHTSA EA22-002.

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Reddit reply — short

Sounds like the Autopilot phantom braking issue — well-documented defect on Tesla 2021–2024, NHTSA EA22-002. If your dealer's tried to fix it 2+ times you may have a case. Free 60-sec check at defectfiles.com.

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