2019-2021 Tesla Model Y recall: critical fasteners
Tesla, Inc. reported this safety recall on May 25, 2021. It covers about 2,166 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 2,166
- reported
- May 25, 2021
- owners notified
- Jul 23, 2021
- related complaints
- 39
Seat belts: critical fasteners
- What is wrong
- Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Model Y vehicles. One or both fasteners that secure the left and right second row seat belt retractors may not be properly attached.
- Risk
- Improperly attached fasteners may prevent the seat belt retention system from performing as designed, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Tesla Service will inspect and replace both fasteners if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 23, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service online by visiting www.tesla.com/support/contact or by calling 1-877-79-TESLA (or 1‑877‑798‑3752). Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-20-002.
Recall number 21V388000
Affected vehicles
- Tesla Model Y 2019-2021 201920202021
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 39 complaints about seat belts problems.
Questions about recall 21V388000
Is there a recall on the 2019-2021 Tesla Model Y critical fasteners?
Yes. Recall 21V388000, reported on May 25, 2021, covers about 2,166 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 21V388000?
Tesla Service will inspect and replace both fasteners if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 23, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service online by visiting www.tesla.com/support/contact or by calling 1-877-79-TESLA (or 1‑877‑798‑3752). Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-20-002.
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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