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2012-2015 Tesla Model S recall: front

Tesla Motors, Inc. reported this safety recall on November 23, 2015. It covers about 59,415 vehicles.

vehicles affected
59,415
reported
Nov 23, 2015
owners notified
Dec 14, 2015
related complaints
8

Seat belts: front

What is wrong
Tesla Motors, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 Model S vehicles manufactured May 31, 2012, to November 12, 2015. The affected vehicles are equipped with driver or front passenger seat belts that may be improperly connected to the outboard lap pretensioner.
Risk
If the seat belt is not correctly attached to the pretensioner, it may not properly restrain the seat occupant in the event of a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy
Tesla will notify owners, and service centers will inspect the driver and front passenger seat belts, correcting their connection, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 14, 2015. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1‑877‑798‑3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-15-20-002.

Recall number 15V780000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 8 complaints about seat belts problems.

Questions about recall 15V780000

Is there a recall on the 2012-2015 Tesla Model S front?

Yes. Recall 15V780000, reported on November 23, 2015, covers about 59,415 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 15V780000?

Tesla will notify owners, and service centers will inspect the driver and front passenger seat belts, correcting their connection, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 14, 2015. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1‑877‑798‑3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-15-20-002.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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