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Will Tesla be able to deliver FSD with HW3.0 and current Model 3 sensor suite, ever?

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Unless it somehow can damage the systems in the vehicle (it is pretty new but I can't find any reports of such) triggering a potential warranty claim, or an owner or 3rd party tries to sue the OEM for damage (a crash or whatever) caused by supposed errant mechanical/software behavior of the vehicle, what the OEM thinks of it is really irrelevant.

There could be issues of liability if you tried to use the system beyond its capabilities. Since it is open source theoretically you could upload to it a modified version of the software and try use that more like you would a Level 3 AI. But that's mostly covered under "you're the driver, so responsible for what the vehicle does" liability and potentially some "you have no business operating a vehicle" traffic laws or even misdemeanor or felony infractions.

Damage to the vehicle is not an issue at all for MFR. They will just void warranty if they blame any aftermarket equipment they claim damaged any system. Good luck fighting that with arbitration. My concern is the inevitable lawsuit resulting from accidents. As we all know they will sue everyone. It will be relevant that the MFR does not approve use of the device. Matter of liability.