Table 1 shows one common seat belt related problems of the 2020 Tesla Model 3.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Seat Belt problems |
I have been getting an alert: front passenger safety restraint system issue/service is required. It has come on when there is no one in the seat and goes away shortly after I start to drive. I contacted Tesla and they sent an estimate to repair it which includes a bunch of different bolts, passenger airbag, airbag harmiss retaining clip. Also replacing occupant classification system (OCS) of front passenger seat while servicing supcomponents. List of parts for that is first row seat harness assembly-right hand, first row - seat belt reminder sensor box clip, first row occupancy. All of this will cost over $700 . Aren't these items required safety equipment that they should responsible to maintain? I have seen that there are a lot of other people having the same issue, I think that there should be a recall on this that they shoud have to pay for.
I am getting "safety restraint system fault" on my car. This puts my family at risk if the safety features are faulty. When I contacted Tesla, they want me to drive 41(!) miles away and charge me almost $500.
I received a proactive service alert from Tesla car stating: front passenger safety restraint system issue. Tesla wants to charge me to fix this and said there may be issues with the restraint system, such as seats belts or airbags if I don’t pay out of pocket to fix it. This seems ridiculous I have to pay to fix this safety concern. . Please issue a recall for this… seems a lot of people are getting this after researching on google and reddit. Thanks.
Tried to put on seatbelt and would not click locked. Have never had issues and nothing has changed that could cause any damage or malfunction. Nothing inside or stuck just won’t lock.
I keep receiving an alert: “front passenger safety restraint system fault”. I contacted Tesla and they informed me that my airbag sensor needs to be recalibrated and may jeopardize a child sitting in the seat if the airbag is deployed. I understand that this is a common problem with the model of Tesla.
Unknown issue with front passanger safety restraint system. Car suddenly notified me of an issue with the restraint system. Before the fault the car was simply just parked in my driveway, then I went into the car and the safety issue appeared. The seat was adjusted for my mom's height the day prior, this might have caused a wire to become pinched and caused the fault due to how the wiring under the seat is set up from manufacturing. Online search results show this to be a common occurrence for cars from 2019-2021 in Tesla.
Safety restraints are malfunctioning.
Got a front passenger safety restraint system fault issue that Tesla wants me to pay for repair.
An error 'front passenger safety restraint system fault' came up that seems to be a very common issue with someone people paying $1500 to nothing to fix.
My car is experiencing a passenger seat safety restraint error, which is a safety issue.
I have had an alert notification, and reading through online, it seems there might be a consistent issue. Alert notification: rcm_a056 front passenger safety restraint system fault.
After receiving fault rcm_a094 I discovered that the seatbelt wiring harness had detached. When I took the vehicle in for repair, I was told it was caused by the wire being "tugged" on. Since I have never used the seatbelt in any capacity other than how it was intended, I believe this is a design flaw with the restraint system.
Many Tesla owners have received notifications about a "front passenger safety restraint system fault". It seems that there might be a defect with the car, given the number of people impacted and the severity of not having proper safety restraint. I am very careful with my car, and it has not been involved in any accidents, so I think Tesla should do a recall to make sure all front passenger safety restraint system is functional.
In March 2023, my vehicle was in a major front end collision on the passenger side and the airbag did not deploy. In January 2024, a warning light appeared on my car’s screen that reads “safety restraint system fault” I then took the vehicle to a Tesla service center who determined that the front passenger airbag and OCS needed to be replaced to maintain compatibility….
Seems like a common issue that keeps coming back again after repairs. This is my first seat belt error message so I will take my car in for warranty work and hopefully it is covered.
My 2020 Tesla Model 3 has displayed a "front passenger safety restraint system fault - service is required" error since June 2023. This error has persisted for well over a year despite troubleshooting attempts, such as restarting the vehicle and checking for obstructions. Tesla service quoted over $400 to repair this issue, but I believe this is a basic safety-related defect that should be covered by the manufacturer, as it likely disables the front passenger airbag, posing an unreasonable risk of injury or death in a crash. This appears to be a widespread issue, as I’ve seen similar complaints from other Tesla owners online. I request that NHTSA investigate this as a potential safety defect for a recall.
The passenger-side seatbelt system in my Tesla Model 3 (bought Dec 2020) has been malfunctioning repeatedly. The vehicle displays a "front passenger safety restraint system fault” warning, even when no one is on the passenger side. This issue has persisted despite multiple repair attempts by Tesla during the warranty period, but they have been unable to resolve it. Safety concern: a malfunctioning seatbelt system is a serious safety hazard, as it could result in the seatbelt failing to function properly in an accident, potentially putting the passenger at greater risk of injury or death. Additionally, the fault warning may prevent proper airbag deployment or create a distraction for the driver while operating the vehicle. Attempts to fix & verification: Tesla has attempted multiple repairs but has not been able to fix the issue. According to Tesla, this is a common issue with this model, which raises concerns about a wider systemic defect. The problem is persistent and ongoing, making the vehicle unreliable and unsafe for passengers. Warning & symptoms: the seatbelt fault warning appears randomly but frequently while driving. Tesla attempted to fix this issue as early as June of 2023, and has remained unresolved despite 4 or more service visits. We might have asked Tesla to work on this issue even earlier and more times since we're unable to pull up repair history before this due to their system error. This issue requires immediate investigation to determine if it is a broader safety defect affecting other Tesla vehicles and if a recall or mandatory repair is necessary.
Front passenger seat seat belt gives me an error saying front safety restraint system fault. Tesla says it's not a problem and will not fix it.