Incident Report: Tonneau Cover Failure
A Toyota Tundra owner, Connie Xalgado, experienced a harrowing incident on a Texas highway when her securely latched tonneau cover suddenly flew off at 70 MPH.
"So, I was driving down the highway, had just hit 70mph, and I heard a pop. I look in my rear mirror and see nothing."
The incident nearly caused an accident and resulted in a panic attack, prompting a police stop. This event highlights the potential dangers of automotive accessory failure.
- Speed: 70 MPH
- Location: Texas highway
- Vehicle: Toyota Tundra
The owner's trust in the tonneau cover was shattered, leading to a realization that such accessories can become deadly projectiles in the event of a failure.
Author's summary: Tonneau cover fails at 70 MPH, causing panic and police stop.