NHTSA recall 17V-639 (17V639000)
seats recall reported October 12, 2017 - about 4,582 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 17V639000
- Also written as
- 17V-639
- Manufacturer number
- SB-17-13-004
- Reported
- October 12, 2017
- Vehicles affected
- ~4,582
- Component
- seats
What is being recalled
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."
Why it is dangerous
If the seat back moves forward in the event of a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 17V-639 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.