Seat Belt Warning System Malfunction/FMVSS 208
Recall Information
| Manufacturer | Tesla, Inc. |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 24V376000 |
| Report Received Date | 5/28/2024 |
| Component | SEAT BELTS |
| Vehicles Affected | 125,233 |
| Completion Rate | 88.51% |
| Recall Category | Vehicle |
| Rework Status | Original |
| Software Recall | Yes |
| OTA Update | Yes |
Description
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012-2024 Model S, 2015-2024 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles. In the event of an unbelted driver, the seat belt warning light and audible chime may not activate as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Issue
A seat belt warning system that fails to alert occupants of an unbelted seat belt can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Consequence Summary
A seat belt warning system that fails to alert occupants of an unbelted seat belt can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Corrective Action
Tesla will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update. Owner notification letters were mailed July 26, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-008.
