{"source":"NHTSA vehicle owner complaint","officialApiUrl":"https://api.nhtsa.gov/complaints/odinumber?odinumber=11590195","retrievedAt":"2026-11-05T04:25:52.673Z","count":1,"results":[{"odiNumber":11590195,"manufacturer":"Tesla, Inc.","crash":false,"fire":false,"numberOfInjuries":0,"numberOfDeaths":0,"dateOfIncident":"05/20/2024","dateComplaintFiled":"05/22/2024","vin":"5YJ3E1EBXLF","components":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","summary":"Subject: Non-Functional Left Rear Tail Light Due to Condensation Build-Up in Tesla Vehicle  Dear NHTSA,  I am writing to report an issue with my Tesla vehicle concerning the left rear tail light. The tail light has stopped functioning, and I believe this failure is due to condensation build-up within the light assembly.   When I previously reported the condensation to Tesla, I was informed that it was normal and not a cause for concern. However, it now seems that this persistent condensation has led to the failure of the tail light. This issue raises significant safety concerns, as fully functional tail lights are essential for safe driving.   *Especially during automated self-driving which disregards the alert of a nonfunctional tail light. *  I am seeking your assistance in addressing this problem and ensuring that it is properly investigated. I am concerned that other Tesla owners might experience similar issues, which could compromise vehicle safety.  Thank you for your attention to this matter. I look forward to your guidance on the next steps.  Sincerely,  [XXX]  [XXX]  VIN: [XXX]  ---  INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)","products":[{"type":"Vehicle","productYear":"2020","productMake":"TESLA","productModel":"MODEL 3","manufacturer":"Tesla, Inc."}]}]}