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Story summary
- A federal lawsuit filed in court alleges Tesla Model 3 design flaws caused the January 7, 2023 crash in Tacoma that killed Wendy Dennis and injured her husband.
- The suit states the door handle design hindered rescue efforts because bystanders could not open doors due to battery power.
- The automatic emergency braking system did not engage.
- It highlights battery-chemistry defects that increased post-impact fire risks and seeks punitive damages.
