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2019 Tesla Model Y recalls

NHTSA's recall file lists 3 safety recall campaigns for the 2019 Tesla Model Y. The most recent was reported on January 30, 2024. Campaigns are matched by the model names in NHTSA's records: MODEL Y.

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Campaigns at a glance

Recall campaigns for the 2019 Tesla Model Y, newest first
NHTSA number	Reported	Component
24V051000	January 30, 2024	Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel
21V389000	May 25, 2021	Seat Belts
21V388000	May 25, 2021	Seat Belts › Critical Fasteners

Systems involved: Seat Belts (2) · Electrical System (1)

Recall records

NHTSA 24V051000Manufacturer no. SB-24-00-003

Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel

Report received by NHTSA: January 30, 2024
Owner notification: February 21, 2024
Recall initiated by: NHTSA Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance
Units potentially affected: 2,193,869 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record: MODEL Y

Defect summary

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012-2023 Model S, 2016-2024 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, 2019-2024 Model Y, and 2024 Cybertruck vehicles. An incorrect font size is displayed on the instrument panel for the Brake, Park, and Antilock Brake System (ABS) warning lights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 105, "Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems" and 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."

Safety risk

Warning lights with a smaller font size can make critical safety information on the instrument panel difficult to read, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Tesla began releasing an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-003.

Notes in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 24V051000, filed by Tesla, Inc.. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 21V389000Manufacturer no. SB-21-20-001

Seat Belts

Report received by NHTSA: May 25, 2021
Owner notification: July 23, 2021
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 5,530 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record: MODEL Y

Components: Seat Belts; Seat Belts › Critical Fasteners

Defect summary

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Model 3 and 2019-2021 Model Y vehicles. One or both fasteners that secure the front seat shoulder belt to the b-pillar may not be properly attached.

Safety risk

An improperly attached fastener may prevent the seat belt system from performing as designed, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Tesla Service will inspect and repair both fasteners if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 23, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service online by visiting www.tesla.com/support/contact or by calling 1-877-79-TESLA (or 1-877-798-3752). Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-20-001.

Notes in the NHTSA record

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.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 21V389000, filed by Tesla, Inc.. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 21V388000Manufacturer no. SB-21-20-002

Seat Belts › Critical Fasteners

Report received by NHTSA: May 25, 2021
Owner notification: July 23, 2021
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 2,166 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record: MODEL Y

Components: Seat Belts › Critical Fasteners; Seat Belts › Rear/Other › Retractor

Defect summary

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Model Y vehicles. One or both fasteners that secure the left and right second row seat belt retractors may not be properly attached.

Safety risk

Improperly attached fasteners may prevent the seat belt retention system from performing as designed, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Tesla Service will inspect and replace both fasteners if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 23, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service online by visiting www.tesla.com/support/contact or by calling 1-877-79-TESLA (or 1-877-798-3752). Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-20-002.

Notes in the NHTSA record

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.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 21V388000, filed by Tesla, Inc.. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

Records reproduce NHTSA's published text for each campaign. Last record date for this page: January 31, 2024.