I am guilty I was seriously considering a Tesla. I like the idea of a car that can be charged. Its sad about the deaths so far but can you really blame the technology. Dodge or Town and Country with its sensor problems have probably caused more accidents. Every car maker has had many recalls and the American Car makers more than others. I do not see Tesla any different in that direction. Some regular cars with computer systems have been hacked without the information getting to main stream media.
Check this out, its a list of recalls. The brands on the list lets you know its a huge problem.
https://www.auto123.com/en/recalls/

I will still buy a Tesla its still number 1. on my list, unless some great hybrid or electric car comes on the market.