Is the 2023 TESLA Model S safe to drive?

The 2023 TESLA Model S has 1 open safety recall. While the vehicle may still be driven, owners should contact an authorized dealership to schedule free repairs for any outstanding recalls. Some recalls, especially those classified as critical or high severity, may pose significant safety risks.

What is the SEAT BELTS:FRONT recall for the 2023 TESLA Model S? (Campaign #23V488000)

The front seat belts in your Model S or Model X are the safety harnesses that restrain you and your passengers during a crash. In some 2021-2023 models, these belts may not be securely attached to the pretensioner anchors. If your seat belt detaches, it may not protect you in a crash — you could be at risk of serious injury. Tesla will inspect and fix the front seat belts in your vehicle, making sure they're securely attached to the pretensioner anchors. If necessary, they'll replace the seat belt assemblies. This repair is completely free, and you should schedule it as soon as you get the recall notice.

NHTSA Campaign 23V488000 Recall Details

What This Recall Means

Component

SEAT BELTS:FRONT

What Happened

The front seat belts in your Model S or Model X are the safety harnesses that restrain you and your passengers during a crash. In some 2021-2023 models, these belts may not be securely attached to the pretensioner anchors.

Risk if Unfixed

If your seat belt detaches, it may not protect you in a crash — you could be at risk of serious injury.

How to Get This Fixed

Free Fix

Tesla will inspect and fix the front seat belts in your vehicle, making sure they're securely attached to the pretensioner anchors. If necessary, they'll replace the seat belt assemblies. This repair is completely free, and you should schedule it as soon as you get the recall notice.

Is YOUR vehicle affected?

This page lists the models and model years named in NHTSA campaign #23V488000. Matching a model and year on this list does not prove an individual vehicle is affected — some vehicles in an affected model year are never part of the recall population. The authoritative way to know is a VIN check against NHTSA's own records.

Campaign 23V488000

What This Recall Means

SEAT BELTS:FRONT

How to Get This Fixed

Affected Vehicles

Is YOUR vehicle affected?