Recall 22V-045: 2017–2022 Tesla Model 3, 2021–2022 Tesla Model S and 2 more
Tesla, Inc. recall for seat belts, reported to NHTSA on Feb 1, 2022, covering about 817,143 vehicles.
The problem
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Model S and Model X, 2017-2022 Model 3, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles. The audible chime may not activate when the vehicle starts and the driver has not buckled their seat belt. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
The risk
The driver may be unaware that their seat belt is not fastened, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
The fix
Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 1, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-002.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Tesla, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Component | Seat Belts › Front Electrical System › Software |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 22V045000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Tesla Model 3 | 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 | All years |
| Tesla Model S | 2021, 2022 | All years |
| Tesla Model X | 2021, 2022 | All years |
| Tesla Model Y | 2020, 2021, 2022 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V-045?
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Model S and Model X, 2017-2022 Model 3, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles. The audible chime may not activate when the vehicle starts and the driver has not buckled their seat belt. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
How is recall 22V-045 fixed?
Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 1, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-002.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.