Former Tesla HR Workers Allege Retaliation Over Racism Complaints at Fremont Plant

Tesla's Fremont manufacturing plant is facing multiple federal lawsuits alleging a racially toxic work environment, retaliation against HR professionals who reported racial discrimination, and widespread workplace misconduct. Former HR employees claim they were fired or forced to resign after raising complaints about racial bias and retaliation, including incidents where Black employees faced racial slurs and threats. The lawsuits reveal serious issues such as drug and alcohol use onsite, sexual assaults on company shuttles, and violent altercations between employees, all amid alleged management neglect to prioritize worker safety over production goals. Tesla has settled previous cases involving racial harassment at the plant, including a multimillion-dollar verdict for a Black employee subjected to racist remarks, but new complaints continue to emerge. Plaintiffs also accuse Tesla's HR leadership of fostering a false narrative of tolerance while suppressing reports of racism and retaliation. These allegations highlight ongoing systemic problems at Tesla's Fremont facility, drawing increased scrutiny from regulators and the public.