Tesla Model Y, Model 3 recall (21V389000)

Tesla · United States Recall

NHTSA Campaign ID: 21V389000
Report Received: 2021-05-25
Manufacturer: Tesla, Inc.
Make: Tesla
Model(s): MODEL Y, MODEL 3
Model Year(s): 2019, 2018, 2020, 2021
Component: SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Potentially Affected Units: 5,530

Defect Description

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Model 3 and 2019-2021 Model Y vehicles. One or both fasteners that secure the front seat shoulder belt to the b-pillar may not be properly attached.

Consequence

An improperly attached fastener may prevent the seat belt system from performing as designed, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Tesla Service will inspect and repair both fasteners if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 23, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service online by visiting www.tesla.com/support/contact or by calling 1-877-79-TESLA (or 1-877-798-3752). Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-20-001.

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