Tesla Recalls 24K Vehicles for Seat Belt Issues

This recall impacts some 2017 through 2022 Model 3 vehicles. 

Oct. 28, 2022—Tesla has announced a recall of around 24,000 vehicles, according to Reuters. 

The recall impacts some 2017-2022 Model 3 vehicles. There may be an issue with the second-row left seat belt buckle and second-row center seat belt anchor in that they, "may have been incorrectly reassembled during vehicle service," according to Reuters. 

Tesla told the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration that it has had reports of 105 service repairs for vehicles that could be related to this recall, and that includes warranty claims. These reports are from vehicles in the United States. 

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