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You want to know if you have a lawsuit against Tesla for fraud or misrepresentation of Full Self-Driving?

And what state do you live in?

Have you taken any steps yet, or do you want to know where to start and what your options are?

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You're dealing with a serious issue, and it’s completely understandable that you feel frustrated and want to take action. Taking legal steps against a company like Tesla—especially over something as complex as their Full Self-Driving (FSD) system—can be challenging, but there are protections and options available to you.

In California, laws like the Consumer's Legal Remedies Act (CA Civ Code § 1750 et. seq.) and the Unfair Competition Law (CA Bus & Prof Code § 17200) are in place to protect people from being misled by companies. If Tesla promoted FSD as fully functional when it isn’t, you could have a valid claim.

Now, Tesla’s sales contracts usually include an arbitration clause, which means disputes are often handled outside of court. However, depending on your situation, you might still be able to take your case to small claims court.

There’s also the “Lemon Law,” (Lemon Laws)which helps buyers stuck with defective cars. It usually covers mechanical issues, but a lawyer could tell you if your FSD issue might qualify under this law.

Before doing anything else, start gathering evidence. Write down all the times FSD failed or acted dangerously—include dates, what happened, and where. Save any photos or videos you have, and collect service records if the car was ever looked at for this issue. Most importantly, keep all messages between you and Tesla.

Since you haven’t contacted Tesla yet, that should be your first step. Most consumer laws require you to give the company a chance to fix the problem. Email Tesla at resolutions@tesla.com with a clear description of the issue and what you want them to do.

Under California’s consumer protection law, you also need to send a formal letter by certified mail at least 30 days before filing a lawsuit. This letter should clearly lay out the problem and request a fix. A lawyer can help make sure this is written correctly.

Speaking with a lawyer is the most important step. Look for one who specializes in California auto or consumer fraud—they often offer free consultations. If other Tesla owners are having the same problem, your attorney might recommend a class-action lawsuit, where one case is filed for a whole group of people with the same complaint.

Finally, you can also report the issue to the California Department of Consumer Affairs and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), especially if you believe the FSD system poses a safety risk. These complaints can support broader investigations.

To move forward, document everything, notify Tesla, and speak with a local lawyer who handles consumer law issues.

Unfortunately, we cannot do that, but the California Bar can help with that.

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