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SevereNHTSA·21V388000·Announced 2021-05-25

Tesla Recalls 2019-2021 Model Y Vehicles for Seat Belt Fastener Defect

Tesla is recalling 2019-2021 Model Y vehicles because seat belt retractor fasteners may not be properly attached, increasing injury risk.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (seat belt fasteners) that compromises safety systems, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating under the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Tesla, Inc. is recalling certain 2019-2021 Model Y vehicles due to a defect in the seat belt system. One or both fasteners that secure the left and right second-row seat belt retractors may not be properly attached.

Improperly attached fasteners may prevent the seat belt retention system from performing as designed, which increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash. The recall affects 2,166 vehicles.

Tesla Service will inspect and replace both fasteners if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 23, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service online at www.tesla.com/support/contact or by calling 1-877-79-TESLA (1-877-798-3752). Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-20-002. Owners may also contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or visit www.safercar.gov.

The recalled product

Product
TESLA MODEL Y
Brand
TESLA
Manufacturer
Tesla, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Seat Belts
Hazard
Affected units
2,166

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • MODEL Y

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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