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2021–2023 Tesla Model S, Tesla Model X: Seat Belts recall

NHTSA campaign 23V488000 · 16K units potentially affected · filed Jul 14, 2023

What's wrong

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Model S and Model X vehicles. The front-row seat belts may not be connected properly to the pretensioner anchors, which can cause the seat belts to detach.

Why it matters

A detached seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix

Tesla Service will inspect the front-row seat belts and connect the seat belts to pretensioner anchors, or replace the seat belt assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 12, 2023. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-20-004.

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
23V488000
Manufacturer no.
SB-23-20-004
Manufacturer
Tesla, Inc.
Component
SEAT BELTS:FRONT
Units affected
15,869
Report received
Jul 14, 2023
Owner letters
Sep 12, 2023
Type
Vehicle

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