Recall 21V388000: 2019–2021 Tesla Model Y
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- May 25, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- 2,166
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Model Y vehicles. One or both fasteners that secure the left and right second row seat belt retractors may not be properly attached.
The risk
Improperly attached fasteners may prevent the seat belt retention system from performing as designed, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Tesla Service will inspect and replace 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-21-20-002.
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.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2019 Tesla Model Y
- 2020 Tesla Model Y
- 2021 Tesla Model Y
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 21V388000
- Manufacturer campaign
- SB-21-20-002
- Manufacturer
- Tesla, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Jul 23, 2021
- Components
- Seat belts:critical fasteners (Seats & Seat Belts); Seat belts:rear/other:retractor (Seats & Seat Belts)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology