2019 Tesla Model Y | 2018 Tesla Model 3 | 2019 Tesla Model 3 | 2020 Tesla Model 3 | 2020 Tesla Model Y | 2021 Tesla Model Y — Seat belts: critical fasteners
Published May 26, 2021 · Recall initiated: May 25, 2021
Summary
NHTSA records recall 21V389000, published May 26, 2021 and initiated May 25, 2021. Recalling firm: Tesla, Inc.; 2019 Tesla Model Y | 2018 Tesla Model 3 | 2019 Tesla Model 3 | 2020 Tesla Model 3 | 2020 Tesla Model Y | 2021 Tesla Model Y — Seat belts: critical fasteners.
What's the hazard
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.
What to do
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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Recall details
- Brand
- TESLA
- Model
- MODEL Y
- Manufacturer
- Tesla, Inc.
- Lot
- 2019 TESLA MODEL Y | 2018 TESLA MODEL 3 | 2019 TESLA MODEL 3 | 2020 TESLA MODEL 3 | 2020 TESLA MODEL Y | 2021 TESLA MODEL Y
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2019 Tesla Model Y | 2018 Tesla Model 3 | 2019 Tesla Model 3 | 2020 Tesla Model 3 | 2020 Tesla Model Y | 2021 Tesla Model Y — Seat belts: critical fasteners recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 21V389000 on May 26, 2021. Reported hazard: 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.
What should I do if I have this product?
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.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: TESLA. Model: MODEL Y.