Tesla Model S recall (15V780000)

Tesla · United States Recall

NHTSA Campaign ID

15V780000

Report Received

2015-11-23

Manufacturer

Tesla, Inc.

Make

Tesla

Model(s)

MODEL S

Model Year(s)

2013, 2012, 2014, 2015

Component

SEAT BELTS:FRONT

Potentially Affected Units

59,415

Defect Description

Tesla Motors, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 Model S vehicles manufactured May 31, 2012, to November 12, 2015. The affected vehicles are equipped with driver or front passenger seat belts that may be improperly connected to the outboard lap pretensioner.

Consequence

If the seat belt is not correctly attached to the pretensioner, it may not properly restrain the seat occupant in the event of a crash, increasing their risk of injury.

Remedy

Tesla will notify owners, and service centers will inspect the driver and front passenger seat belts, correcting their connection, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 14, 2015. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-15-20-002.

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