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A Tesla Model Y owner in Türkiye reported a cracked glass roof on their vehicle on Monday, adding to a growing list of similar complaints despite the electric vehicle manufacturer's recent assertions about the structural integrity of its panoramic roof design.
The crack occurred after a minimal impact, according to the owner, echoing previous complaints from other Model Y drivers who have reported spontaneous glass roof failures. The case has renewed questions about the safety and durability of Tesla's signature glass roof feature among vehicle owners.
Tesla's Model Y, which prominently features a glass roof design, has previously drawn complaints from some users regarding glass cracking issues. Several drivers have claimed their vehicle's glass roof cracked spontaneously without any impact or external factors, creating safety and durability concerns among Tesla owners.
Tesla recently published materials defending the durability of its glass roof technology, stating that the roofs can withstand forces of up to 8.6 tons and perform better than traditional metal roofs. The company emphasized that the glass roofs are not merely aesthetic choices but are specifically engineered to protect passengers from external impacts.
In its recent publication, Tesla stated: "Roof strength is a key part of rollover protection. In the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) testing, Model Y's glass roof outperforms metal roofs from other manufacturers in roof strength tests, resisting more than four times the vehicle's weight at over 19,000 lbs of force—without compromising cabin integrity. As we continue to advance our vehicle safety technologies, keeping all occupants safe remains our first priority."
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