2016 Tesla Model X — Seats: mid/rear assembly
Published April 6, 2016 · Recall initiated: April 6, 2016
Summary
NHTSA records recall 16V192000, published April 6, 2016. Recalling firm: Tesla, Inc.; 2016 Tesla Model X — Seats: mid/rear assembly.
What's the hazard
Tesla Motors, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain model year 2016 Model X vehicles manufactured September 29, 2015, to March 30, 2016. In the affected vehicles, the third row seat back may move forward under load such as in a frontal collision. As such, the vehicles do not conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 207, "Seating Systems."
What to do
Tesla will notify owners, and dealers will replace all affected third row seats, free of charge. The recall began on April 20, 2016. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-844-248-3752 or by email at ServiceHelpNA@teslamotors.com. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-16-13-003
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Recall details
- Brand
- TESLA
- Model
- MODEL X
- Manufacturer
- Tesla, Inc.
- Lot
- 2016 TESLA MODEL X
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2016 Tesla Model X — Seats: mid/rear assembly recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 16V192000 on April 6, 2016. Reported hazard: Tesla Motors, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain model year 2016 Model X vehicles manufactured September 29, 2015, to March 30, 2016. In the affected vehicles, the third row seat back may move forward under load such as in a frontal collision. As such, the vehicles do not conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 207, "Seating Systems."
What should I do if I have this product?
Tesla will notify owners, and dealers will replace all affected third row seats, free of charge. The recall began on April 20, 2016. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-844-248-3752 or by email at ServiceHelpNA@teslamotors.com. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-16-13-003
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: TESLA. Model: MODEL X.