On November 10, the US automotive news website Electrek published a report stating that Tesla has, for a considerable period, adhered to "double standards" when it comes to assigning credit and blame for its Full Self-Driving (FSD) system. Specifically, the company tends to attribute successes to its own cutting-edge technology (even though the system still heavily relies on human drivers for safe operation). Conversely, when issues arise, Tesla often points the finger at vehicle owners.

Recently, Tesla rolled out several new features that, in a way, seem to encourage owners to drive while distracted. This move could potentially further diminish Tesla's ability to deflect responsibility in the event of software malfunctions. At present, both Tesla's Autopilot and FSD systems are classified as Level 2 driving-assistance systems, according to the standards set by the International Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE). Under these classifications, drivers are ultimately held accountable for the vehicle's actions and safety.