Leslie Tena Killed in Accident at State Hwy 176 in Andrews County, TX

Authorities was investigating a crash that killed a driver at State Hwy 176 in Andrews County, TX on February 4th, 2025. Officials say the incident happened around 6:12 p.m. Officials say the incident involved a Land Rover Range Rover headed northbound leaving the roadway for unclear reasons and overturning into a barbed wire fence. Officials say the driver, identified as 28-year-old Leslie Tena, was ejected from the vehicle and suffered fatal injuries. Authorities did not have additional information available.

Could an auto defect have caused this accident?

Most people would be surprised to learn how often an automotive defect plays a role in an accident. Sometimes, the defect causes the accident, and sometimes, it merely makes the injuries worse. Below is a list of the known issues that federal regulators have drawn the public’s attention to.

Also, note that some issues are not specific to a make and model but are problems that generally affect the automotive industry and warrant investigation.

Most commonly reported issues: Land Rover Range Rover*

*There is no way to know whether a vehicle defect contributed to a crash, injury, or death without an examination of the vehicle by a qualified expert. Potential vehicle issues cited here are based upon recalls issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, a part of the United States Department of Transportation.