What's the Matter with Tesla's Brake Failure?
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Tesla's brake failure may be caused by the following reasons: 1. Judgment errors: There is an issue with the interaction between the brake pedal and the iBooster brake-by-wire system, where the electrical signal is not transmitted to the brake system, resulting in no response from the system; the vehicle control center makes incorrect judgments and sends wrong commands to the brake system, which may ultimately lead to the brake pedal being hard to press or even causing acceleration when pressed. 2. Design flaws: There may be minor design flaws in the iBooster system, leading to the brake system issuing incorrect commands. 3. Command errors: There may be minor matching defects between Tesla's AutoPilot system and the iBooster system, causing the iBooster to fail to respond to AutoPilot's commands and preventing the activation of emergency safety mechanisms, which may ultimately lead to accidents.
Speaking of Tesla's brake failure, I happen to know quite a bit. Tesla uses an electronic power-assisted braking system, unlike traditional fuel-powered cars that rely solely on hydraulic drive, which introduces new technological risks. There are typically three reasons: first, an error in the electronic control unit, which could be due to a software bug or firmware update failure, leading to delayed brake response; second, excessive wear on the brake discs or brake pads, combined with malfunctioning electronic control sensors, can cause the system to misjudge; finally, insufficient or leaking brake fluid can also lead to brake failure. From a professional perspective, in such cases, the owner should immediately pull over, engage the emergency brake, and then check the error codes using diagnostic equipment. For routine maintenance, it is recommended to check the brake fluid level and electronic connections quarterly, as also noted in Tesla's maintenance guide. Additionally, low temperatures in winter can affect battery performance, indirectly weakening braking performance, so don't overlook thermal protection equipment.
