2016–2017 Tesla Model X recall: seats
⚠️ What's wrong
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Model X vehicles. The left-side, second row, reclining seat backs may not fully latch due to having incorrectly adjusted recliner mechanism cables. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 207, "Seating Systems," and 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
💥 The risk
If the seat back moves forward in the event of a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
🔧 The fix
Tesla will notify owners, and Tesla service technicians will correct the cable adjustment for the left-side, fold-flat, second row, seat recliner mechanism, free of charge. The recall began on November 10, 2017. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-17-13-004.
- NHTSA campaign
- 17V639000
- Manufacturer recall #
- SB-17-13-004
- Manufacturer
- Tesla Motors, Inc.
- Vehicles affected
- 4,582
- Component
- SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY
- Owner phone
- 1-877-798-3752
- NHTSA hotline
- 1-888-327-4236
- Owner letters mailed
- Nov 10, 2017
- Built
- Oct 28, 2016 – Sep 1, 2017
- Recall started by
- MFR
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.