Tesla Plunges 300 Feet Off Mulholland Highway Cliff in Malibu

Tesla Model 3: Both occupants survived after vehicle plunged off cliff and were airlifted to trauma center

MALIBU, CALIFORNIA (May 29, 2026): A Tesla Model 3 plunged 300 feet off a cliff on Mulholland Highway around 7:30 a.m., leaving both occupants with moderate injuries. Emergency responders airlifted the survivors to a trauma center for treatment.

Liability for Los Angeles Serious Vehicle Accidents

California Vehicle Code § 21658 requires drivers to maintain their lanes, while California Vehicle Code § 22350 (basic speed law) mandates driving at safe speeds for conditions. California Vehicle Code § 21703 establishes following distance requirements, and California Vehicle Code § 22406 sets maximum truck speed limits. Commercial drivers must also comply with FMCSA 49 C.F.R. Part 395 hours-of-service regulations. Multiple parties may bear liability in cliff-edge accidents.

  • Speed: Drivers operating above safe limits dramatically increase crash risk.
  • Fatigue: Hours-of-service violations put drowsy commercial drivers on the road.
  • Vehicle Failure: Defective brakes, tires, or load securement cause loss of control.
  • Distraction: Phone use or inattention leads to lane departures and rear-end crashes.

Negligence claims may arise from driver error, inadequate road design, or vehicle defects. Victims can recover economic damages including medical expenses and lost wages, plus non-economic damages for pain and suffering. Punitive damages may apply in cases involving gross negligence or reckless conduct.

Steps to Take After a Los Angeles Serious Vehicle Accident

According to the California Highway Patrol, approximately 3,606 people died in traffic crashes statewide in 2022, with Los Angeles County accounting for the highest number of fatalities.

  • Obtain and preserve the police report and accident reconstruction report immediately.
  • Collect all surveillance footage from nearby businesses and traffic cameras.
  • Preserve vehicle black box (EDR/ECM) data before it is overwritten.
  • Do not speak with insurance adjusters without legal counsel.
  • Consult a wrongful death or personal injury attorney as soon as possible.

Statute of limitations: 2 years, California Code of Civil Procedure § 335.1. For claims against government entities: Government entity claim deadline: 6 months, California Government Code § 911.2. Contact an attorney promptly to protect your rights.

Investigating Los Angeles Serious Vehicle Accidents

We at Carrazco Law, A.P.C. extend our deepest condolences to the family of Unknown. What factors contributed to this Tesla losing control on Mulholland Highway? Were there any road design defects or inadequate guardrails that failed to prevent this cliff plunge?

Do you have questions about a Los Angeles serious vehicle accident? Our team is here for you. Call us anytime at (800) 541-3244. Se Habla Español. Free consultation.