2013 TESLA MODEL S RECALL - #13V249000
RECALL FOR SEATS
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.
Information provided by the
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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Recall Details
| Vehicle |
2013 TESLA MODEL S |
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| Manufacturer |
Tesla Motors, Inc |
| Manufactured between |
5/10/2013 - 6/8/2013 |
| Recalled on |
6/14/2013 |
| Influenced by |
Tesla Motors, Inc |
| Owners Notified on |
6/19/2013 |
| # Affected |
1,228 |
| Recalled for |
SEATS |
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| Description |
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. |
| Consequences |
In the event of a crash, the left hand seat back may not stay mounted, increasing the risk of injury to passengers. |
| Corrective action |
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 1-650-681-5000. |
| 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.safercar.gov. |
| See also |
2013 TESLA MODEL S Recall for EQUIPMENT, ELECTRICAL
2013 TESLA MODEL S Recall for SEAT BELTS, FRONT
2013 TESLA MODEL S Recall for PARKING BRAKE
2013 TESLA MODEL S Recall for AIR BAGS, FRONTAL, PASSENGER SIDE, INFLATOR MODULE
2013 TESLA MODEL S Recall for STEERING, ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
2013 TESLA MODEL S Recall for EXTERIOR LIGHTING, TURN SIGNAL
2013 TESLA MODEL S Recall for VISIBILITY, DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
2013 TESLA MODEL S Recall for BACK OVER PREVENTION, SOFTWARE
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