Is This A Lemon?

NHTSA recall campaign

21V389000

ManufacturerTesla, Inc.Reported2021-05-25Affected5,530 vehicles

What was wrong

Defect

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.

Risk

An improperly attached fastener may prevent the seat belt system from performing as designed, increasing the risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

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.

To check whether your specific VIN is covered and to find a participating dealer, look this campaign up on NHTSA.gov →

Affected vehicles

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