NHTSA recall 21V-388 (21V388000)
seat belts recall reported May 25, 2021 - about 2,166 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 21V388000
- Also written as
- 21V-388
- Manufacturer number
- SB-21-20-002
- Reported
- May 25, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- ~2,166
- Component
- seat belts
What is being recalled
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.
Why it is dangerous
Improperly attached fasteners may prevent the seat belt retention system from performing as designed, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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 repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 21V-388 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.