Tesla Faces Regulatory Risk in South Korea Over Battery Failures Affecting 4,500 Vehicles
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Summary
Tesla is facing regulatory scrutiny in South Korea after approximately 4,500 of its electric vehicles (Model 3 and Model Y) have reported serious battery issues, specifically a 'BMS_a079 error' in the Battery Management System. This widespread battery failure problem is putting Tesla's eligibility for government subsidies at risk and has drawn attention from Korean authorities.
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The issue centers around a 'BMS_a079 error,' a fault in the Battery Management System that is causing headaches for nearly 4,500 Tesla owners.
This error, which has been reported in both Model 3 and Model Y vehicles, trig
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