Recall 21V389000: 2018–2020 Tesla Model 3, 2019–2021 Tesla Model Y
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- May 25, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- 5,530
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
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.
The risk
An improperly attached fastener may prevent the seat belt system from performing as designed, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
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.
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
- 2018 Tesla Model 3
- 2019 Tesla Model 3
- 2020 Tesla Model 3
- 2019 Tesla Model Y
- 2020 Tesla Model Y
- 2021 Tesla Model Y
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 21V389000
- Manufacturer campaign
- SB-21-20-001
- Manufacturer
- Tesla, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Jul 23, 2021
- Components
- Seat belts (Seats & Seat Belts); Seat belts:critical fasteners (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