NHTSA Recall 17V639000
NHTSA Campaign Id 17V639000; Date: Oct. 12, 2017
If the seat back moves forward in the event of a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
Recalled Vehicles:
2016 Tesla Model X; 2017 Tesla Model X
Component: Seats:mid/rear Assembly
Manufactured by: Tesla Motors, Inc.
Affected Units:: 4,582
Recall Summary:
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. "
How to 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.
Recall 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.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Nov 10, 2017
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