Product Liability

Can I Sue Tesla for an Autopilot Accident?

Yes, you can sue Tesla for Autopilot crashes. The $243 million Benavides verdict proved that juries hold Tesla liable for autonomous driving defects.

Quick Claim Editorial Team
Dec 5, 2025
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⚠️ Yes—a jury awarded $243 million against Tesla in August 2024 for Autopilot failure.

Can I Sue Tesla for an Autopilot Accident?

Absolutely. Despite Tesla's disclaimers, courts have held Tesla liable for Autopilot defects. The August 2024 $243 million Benavides verdict proves Tesla can be held responsible when Autopilot fails.

Legal Theories Against Tesla

  • Design defect: Autopilot is inherently unsafe
  • Failure to warn: Marketing overstates capabilities
  • Negligence: Inadequate driver monitoring

NHTSA Investigation Evidence

NHTSA found Tesla's driver monitoring "inadequate"—leading to a 2-million-vehicle recall.

Tesla's Defenses (And Why They Fail)

Tesla argues drivers must pay attention and Autopilot is "Level 2" assistance. The $243M verdict rejected these defenses—Autopilot's marketing creates reasonable safety expectations.

Settlement Ranges

  • Moderate injuries: $100,000-$350,000
  • Serious injuries: $350,000-$1M
  • Permanent disability: $1M-$5M+
  • Wrongful death: $3M-$25M+

Building Your Case

Yan attorney in our network will obtain: Tesla's event data recorder, Autopilot status logs, camera footage, NHTSA complaint history, and prior incidents involving the same failure.

✅ Ready to sue Tesla? Call (773) 839-6086 for a free case evaluation.

About This Guide

Written by: Quick Claim Editorial Team

Important Notice

This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. ThatCarHitMe.com is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation. For advice about your specific situation, please consult with a licensed attorney in your state.

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