2021 Tesla Model Y Seat Belt Recall

Why This Matters: Safety Risk

Tesla, Inc. has identified a safety concern with the front seat shoulder belt fasteners in certain vehicles, including the 2021 Tesla Model Y. If one or both fasteners that secure the front seat shoulder belt to the b-pillar are not properly attached, the seat belt system may not perform as intended during a collision. This condition significantly increases the risk of injury to the occupant.

What's Being Recalled

This 2021 TESLA Model Y recall, identified by NHTSA ID 21V389000 and Tesla's internal number SB-21-20-001, affects certain 2018-2020 Model 3 and 2019-2021 Model Y vehicles. The specific issue involves the fasteners that secure the front seat shoulder belt to the vehicle's b-pillar. These fasteners may not have been properly attached during vehicle assembly.

How to Check if Your Vehicle is Affected

Owner notification letters for this 2021 TESLA Model Y recall were mailed on July 23, 2021. If you own an affected vehicle, Tesla will contact you directly. You can also verify if your vehicle is part of this recall by contacting Tesla customer service online at www.tesla.com/support/contact or by calling 1-877-79-TESLA (1-877-798-3752).

Manufacturer's Remedy

Tesla Service will address this issue by inspecting both front seat shoulder belt fasteners. If any fasteners are found to be improperly attached, they will be repaired to ensure proper function. This inspection and any necessary repairs will be performed free of charge to the owner. This ensures the seat belt system operates as designed, mitigating the risk of injury.

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Source: NHTSA Recall ID: 21V389000