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2008 Tesla Roadster Safety Report

Recalls, complaints, and safety data from NHTSA

The 2008 Tesla Roadster has 1 recall, 1 complaint.

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Recalls

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Complaints

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Safety Rating

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 9, 2026

Recalls

09V178000

WHEELS:HUB

TESLA MOTORS, INC. IS RECALLING 345 MY 2008 TESLA ROADSTER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BETWEEN MARCH 2008 AND APRIL 22, 2009. THE REAR HUB FLANGE BOLTS ON ...

Safety Ratings

No NHTSA safety ratings available for the 2008 Tesla Roadster.

Top Complaint Categories

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM
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Date ↓ComponentSummary
Jul 15, 2009VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEMTHE VEHICLE IS PRONE TO 'SUDDEN ACCELERATION' PROBLEMS WHERE THE DRIVER LOSES CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE...