TESLA MODEL 3 2018: SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 21V389000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| TESLA | MODEL 3 | 2018 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2021-07-23 | 2021-05-25 | 2021-05-26 |
Manufacturers Involved: Tesla, Inc.
Manufacturer Campaign Number: SB-21-20-001
Component: SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 5530
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
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.
An improperly attached fastener may prevent the seat belt system from performing as designed, increasing the risk of injury.
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.
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.
