Seat Belt Related Problems of the 2013 Tesla Model S

Table 1 shows one common seat belt related problems of the 2013 Tesla Model S.

Table 1. Seat Belt related problems of Tesla Model S

Problem Category Number of Problems
Seat Belt problems
3

Seat Belt problem #1

This issue appears to be related to a known mcu failure affecting early Tesla Model S vehicles. The touchscreen exhibits screen melting/discoloration and eventually goes blank or becomes inoperative. When this occurs, critical functions including occupant detection indicators, seatbelt warnings, and windshield defrost controls may become unavailable. The loss of these functions creates potential safety risks involving visibility, occupant protection, and driver awareness while operating the vehicle. ".

Seat Belt problem #2

2013 Tesla s p85 mcu will not boot up after over the air software update between October 2 t o October 9th while I was on a vacation. Ota software version 2020. 24. 6. 11.


Seat Belt related problems in other Tesla Model S model year vehicles:



Model S Service Bulletins
Model S Defect Investigations