A collective claim against Tesla in the Netherlands has grown to nearly 7,000 participants, backed by law firm Kennedy Van der Laan, over unfulfilled promises related to the "Full Self-Driving" capabilities of Hardware 3 vehicles. The claim argues that Tesla misrepresented the capabilities of the hardware, as recent documents reveal that the company never applied for approval to use HW3 for full self-driving, undermining its claims to owners.
The growing collective legal action against Tesla in the Netherlands, now involving nearly 7,000 HW3 owners and backed by a prominent law firm, highlights significant risks for Tesla's commitments on Full Self-Driving capabilities. This case could set a precedent for similar claims, especially given the strong consumer protection laws in Europe and the evidence undermining Tesla's claims regarding HW3 hardware. It underscores the critical necessity for transparency and honesty in autonomous vehicle capabilities and could influence regulatory and consumer expectations globally.