The problem
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012-2024 Model S, 2015-2024 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles. In the event of an unbelted driver, the seat belt warning light and audible chime may not activate as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
The risk
A seat belt warning system that fails to alert occupants of an unbelted seat belt can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
The fix
Tesla will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update. Owner notification letters were mailed July 26, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-008.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 24V-376 (24V376000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | SB-24-00-008 |
| Manufacturer | Tesla, Inc. |
| Component | Seat belts › Front › Warning light/devices |
| Report date | May 28, 2024 |
| Owners notified | July 26, 2024 |
| Vehicles affected | 125,233 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
- 2017 Tesla Model 3
- 2018 Tesla Model 3
- 2019 Tesla Model 3
- 2020 Tesla Model 3
- 2021 Tesla Model 3
- 2022 Tesla Model 3
- 2023 Tesla Model 3
- 2012 Tesla Model S
- 2013 Tesla Model S
- 2014 Tesla Model S
- 2015 Tesla Model S
- 2016 Tesla Model S
- 2017 Tesla Model S
- 2018 Tesla Model S
- 2019 Tesla Model S
- 2020 Tesla Model S
- 2021 Tesla Model S
- 2022 Tesla Model S
- 2023 Tesla Model S
- 2024 Tesla Model S
- 2015 Tesla Model X
- 2016 Tesla Model X
- 2017 Tesla Model X
- 2018 Tesla Model X
- 2019 Tesla Model X
- 2020 Tesla Model X
- 2021 Tesla Model X
- 2022 Tesla Model X
- 2023 Tesla Model X
- 2024 Tesla Model X
- 2020 Tesla Model Y
- 2021 Tesla Model Y
- 2022 Tesla Model Y
- 2023 Tesla Model Y
Owner complaints about the seat belts
- 2017 Tesla Model 3 seat belt problems 6
- 2018 Tesla Model 3 seat belt problems 105
- 2019 Tesla Model 3 seat belt problems 57
- 2020 Tesla Model 3 seat belt problems 19
- 2021 Tesla Model 3 seat belt problems 15
- 2022 Tesla Model 3 seat belt problems 12
- 2023 Tesla Model 3 seat belt problems 10
- 2013 Tesla Model S seat belt problems 3
- 2014 Tesla Model S seat belt problems 2
- 2015 Tesla Model S seat belt problems 3
- 2016 Tesla Model S seat belt problems 1
- 2019 Tesla Model S seat belt problems 1
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 24V-376 repair free?
Yes. Tesla dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Tesla will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update. Owner notification letters were mailed July 26, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-008.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 125,233 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.