TESLA 2017 TESLA MODEL 3 Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2017 TESLA MODEL 3
Brand
TESLA
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2017
Tesla, Inc. is recalling certain 2017 TESLA MODEL 3 vehicles due to seat belts:front:warning light/devices issues. A seat belt warning system that fails to alert occupants of an unbelted seat belt can increase the risk of injury during a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
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."
Reported concern (NHTSA)
A seat belt warning system that fails to alert occupants of an unbelted seat belt can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
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.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026