2023-2024 Tesla Model Y Seat Belt Warning Recall
Tesla is recalling certain 2012-2024 Model S, Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles. The seat belt warning light and audible chime may not activate for an unbelted driver, failing to comply with safety standards and increasing injury risk.
Gilt auch für
- Tesla Model 3
- 2021–2023
- Tesla Model S
- 2021–2024
- Tesla Model X
- 2021–2024
- Tesla Model Y
- 2021–2022
Why This Matters: Increased Injury Risk
A properly functioning seat belt warning system is crucial for occupant safety. If the warning light and audible chime do not activate when a driver is unbelted, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash. This non-compliance with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection," means that drivers might not be adequately reminded to buckle up.
What's Being Recalled
Tesla, Inc. is recalling certain 2012-2024 Model S, 2015-2024 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles. The specific issue involves the front seat belt warning system, where the warning light and audible chime may fail to activate as intended for an unbelted driver. This recall, identified by NHTSA ID 24V376000, addresses a critical safety function.
How to Check if Your Vehicle is Affected
This recall impacts a wide range of Tesla vehicles. Owners of 2012-2024 Model S, 2015-2024 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles should check if their specific car is included. You can verify if your vehicle is part of this 2023 TESLA Model Y recall by contacting Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752 or by visiting the NHTSA website and entering your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).
Manufacturer's Remedy
Tesla will resolve this issue through an over-the-air (OTA) software update. This means the fix will be delivered wirelessly to affected vehicles without requiring a service center visit. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 26, 2024. The manufacturer's recall number for this action is SB-24-00-008. Owners who have questions or concerns about this recall can contact Tesla customer service.
Source: NHTSA Recall ID: 24V376000
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the problem with the Tesla seat belt warning system?
- The seat belt warning light and audible chime may not activate as intended for an unbelted driver, which means the vehicle fails to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208.
- Which Tesla models are affected by this recall?
- This recall affects certain 2012-2024 Model S, 2015-2024 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles.
- How will Tesla fix the seat belt warning issue?
- Tesla will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update to correct the seat belt warning system functionality.
- What is the Tesla recall number for this issue?
- The Tesla recall number for this issue is SB-24-00-008.
- What should I do if my Tesla is affected by the 2023 TESLA Model Y recall?
- Tesla will deliver an over-the-air software update to your vehicle. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 26, 2024. You can contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752 for more information.
What Tesla Model Y owners report
Counted from the records in our database across 7 model years.
- 4,325
- Owner complaints
- 43
- Recalls
- 146
- Service bulletins
- 588
- Crashes reported
- 26
- Fires reported
- 403
- Injuries reported
The 2023 model year
1,194 complaints, the 1st most of 7 model years on file. Owners reported 157 crashes, 4 fires and 87 injuries for this year, which also has 17 recalls on file.
Seat Belts, the system this article covers, accounts for 120 of 4,325 complaints (3%), including 36 for 2023.
Complaints by model year
| 2020 | 283 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1,096 | |
| 2022 | 874 | |
| 2023 | 1,194 | |
| 2024 | 335 | |
| 2025 | 109 | |
| 2026 | 434 |
Most-reported systems
- Forward Collision Avoidance — 1,975
- Vehicle Speed Control — 589
- Service Brakes — 576
- Electrical System — 571
- Steering — 490
Latest recalls for the 2023 model year
- 26V507000 — Exterior Lighting (Aug 2026)
- 26V283000 — Back Over Prevention (May 2026)
- 25V092000 — Steering (Feb 2025)
Recent owner reports about seat belts
I lease a 2023 Tesla Model Y. The rear passenger side seat belt/buckle assembly had previously experienced issues involving unexpected disengagement/unlatching.
Read owner complaints →Vehicle: 2023 Tesla Model Y Long Range Complaint: I am reporting a serious safety issue involving a vehicle sold by Tim Dahle Nissan Murray in Murray, Utah. Approximately three weeks ago, I purchased a 2023 Tesla Model Y Long Range from this dealership.
Complaints are owner reports filed with NHTSA. They are unverified, and counts depend on how many vehicles were sold, so they are not a failure rate.
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