Component
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WARNING LIGHT/DEVICES
Manufacturer
Tesla, Inc.
What Happened
The seat belt warning system in your vehicle is supposed to alert you and other occupants if someone in the front seat isn't buckled up. In some 2012-2024 Model S, 2015-2024 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y models, this system might not work properly, even if someone's unbuckled.
Risk if Unfixed
If the warning light and chime don't go off when someone's unbuckled, you might not know you're at risk of injury during a crash, which could lead to serious harm.
Free Fix
Tesla will send an important software update to your vehicle through the air – you won't need to visit a service center. This update is free, and you'll receive a notification letter with instructions on how to confirm the update has been applied.
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Original — What Happened
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."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A seat belt warning system that fails to alert occupants of an unbelted seat belt can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Original — Remedy
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.
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