Vehicles impacted: Model 3 and Model Y by Tesla, due to incorrectly tightened seat attachments
**Tesla Issues Safety Recall for Model 3 and Model Y Seat Fasteners**
Tesla has announced a voluntary safety recall for 48 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles, manufactured between April 3 and May 7, 2025, due to improperly tightened seat fasteners. The recall, which affects 30 Model Y units and 18 Model 3 units, was initiated by Tesla on June 10, 2025, and was subsequently filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
The recall was prompted by concerns about increased risk of injury during a crash due to compromised seat stability. The issue stems from a production change introduced on April 2, 2025, allowing certain seat assemblies to bypass final torque verification. This could potentially lead to loose or missing fasteners securing the seat back to the seat bottom.
Symptoms of the issue may include a rattling seat or the sensation of looseness. Affected vehicles may present these symptoms during normal driving or in a collision, posing a safety risk due to compromised occupant restraint.
Tesla will inspect the seat fasteners on the affected vehicles. Fasteners found to be loose, missing, or improperly installed will be tightened or replaced as necessary. The repair is generally performed free of charge under the recall campaign. Owners of affected vehicles are notified directly by Tesla or through NHTSA announcements to schedule service appointments.
It is worth noting that Tesla has a history of issuing recalls and service campaigns for seatbelt pretensioners and other safety-related components in Model Y vehicles. Tesla also addresses hardware malfunctions affecting safety-critical components as part of their ongoing vehicle quality improvements.
To check if your vehicle is covered under the recall, use Tesla's VIN Recall Search tool. As of June 16, Tesla has reported only one warranty claim related to the issue. However, it is crucial for owners to promptly schedule the recommended repair to ensure occupant safety in Tesla Model 3 and Model Y vehicles.
Improperly torqued fasteners could prevent the seat from properly restraining the occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury. No known injuries, crashes, or fatalities have occurred due to the issue.
The recall repairs are covered by Tesla at no cost to the owner. Tesla Service Centers will inspect and replace or properly torque the seat fasteners for free. The full NHTSA recall notice is available for download.
This safety-related fix requires inspection and possible replacement or tightening of seat attachment hardware to ensure occupant safety in Tesla Model 3 and Model Y vehicles. It is essential for owners to prioritise this repair to maintain the highest level of safety for their vehicles.
The safety recall for certain Model 3 and Model Y vehicles, initiated by Tesla due to improperly tightened seat fasteners, has also brought forth concerns in the automotive industry, particularly in the finance sector related to potential warranty claims and future recalls. This incident highlights the importance of stringent quality control measures in the transportation industry, including the production of seat assemblies in the automotive sector.
