NHTSA Recall 23V130000
Filed by Tesla, Inc.. Component: Seat Belts. Reported 2023-02-27. An estimated 3,470 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Model Y vehicles. The bolts securing the second-row seat back frames may not have been securely tightened.
Risk
A loose seat frame bolt may reduce the seat belt system's performance, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
What the manufacturer will do
Tesla Service Centers will inspect and tighten the bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 25, 2023. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-13-001.
Manufacturer campaign number: SB-23-13-001
Notes
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.