NHTSA recall 22V-798 (22V798000)
seat belts recall reported October 21, 2022 - about 24,064 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 22V798000
- Also written as
- 22V-798
- Manufacturer number
- SB-22-20-004
- Reported
- October 21, 2022
- Vehicles affected
- ~24,064
- Component
- seat belts
What is being recalled
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2022 Model 3 vehicles. The second-row left seat belt buckle and second-row center seat belt anchor may have been incorrectly reassembled during vehicle service.
Why it is dangerous
An incorrectly reassembled seat belt anchor can impair the performance of the seat belt during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Tesla Service will inspect and reassemble the seat belt anchors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 20, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-20-004.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 22V-798 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.