2016 Tesla Model X recall: mid/rear assembly

Tesla Motors, Inc. reported this safety recall on April 6, 2016. It covers about 2,676 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 2,676
reported: Apr 6, 2016
owners notified: Apr 20, 2016
related complaints: 8

Seats: mid/rear assembly

What is wrong: Tesla Motors, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain model year 2016 Model X vehicles manufactured September 29, 2015, to March 30, 2016. In the affected vehicles, the third row seat back may move forward under load such as in a frontal collision. As such, the vehicles do not conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 207, "Seating Systems."
Risk: If the third row seat does not remain in its adjusted position, there may be an increased risk of injury to an occupant in the event of a crash.
Remedy: Tesla will notify owners, and dealers will replace all affected third row seats, free of charge. The recall began on April 20, 2016. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1‑844‑248‑3752 or by email at [email protected]. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-16-13-003

Recall number 16V192000

Affected vehicles

Tesla Model X 2016 2016

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 8 complaints about seats problems.

2016 Tesla Model X

Questions about recall 16V192000

Is there a recall on the 2016 Tesla Model X mid/rear assembly?

Yes. Recall 16V192000, reported on April 6, 2016, covers about 2,676 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 16V192000?

Tesla will notify owners, and dealers will replace all affected third row seats, free of charge. The recall began on April 20, 2016. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1‑844‑248‑3752 or by email at [email protected]. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-16-13-003

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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