Is the 2026 TESLA Model 3 safe to drive?

The 2026 TESLA Model 3 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 SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS recall for the 2026 TESLA Model 3? (Campaign #25V410000)

Your 2026 Tesla Model 3 or Model Y may have seat fasteners that weren't tightened correctly, which could make your seat less secure in a crash. If this isn't fixed, the seat might not keep you safe in a crash, which could lead to injury. Tesla will inspect and tighten or replace the seat fasteners for free at their Service Centers. They'll also notify you with a letter, and you can contact them at 1-877-798-3752 with recall number SB-25-13-003.

NHTSA Campaign 25V410000 Recall Details

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SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS

What Happened

Your 2026 Tesla Model 3 or Model Y may have seat fasteners that weren't tightened correctly, which could make your seat less secure in a crash.

Risk if Unfixed

If this isn't fixed, the seat might not keep you safe in a crash, which could lead to injury.

Free Fix

Tesla will inspect and tighten or replace the seat fasteners for free at their Service Centers. They'll also notify you with a letter, and you can contact them at 1-877-798-3752 with recall number SB-25-13-003.

Campaign 25V410000

SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS

Affected Vehicles