Recall 13V-249
Tesla Motors, Inc recalled the 2013 Tesla Model S: Seats.
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 13V-249
- Reported
- June 14, 2013
- Vehicles affected
- 1,228 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Tesla Motors, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain model year 2013 Model S electric vehicles manufactured May 10, 2013, through June 8, 2013. An improper method for aligning the left hand seat back striker to the bracket may have weakened the weld between the bracket and the frame of the vehicle.
The risk
In the event of a crash, the left hand seat back may not stay mounted, increasing the risk of injury to passengers.
The fix
Tesla will notify owners, and Tesla Service Centers will inspect the left hand second row strikers. Tesla will add additional mounting hardware to ensure a proper joint between the bracket and the frame, free of charge. The recall began on June 24, 2013. Owners may contact Tesla at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Tesla Model S 2013