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NHTSAVehicles2013-06-14Campaign 13V249000

Tesla Motors, Inc

SEATS

Component

SEATS

What could happen

In the event of a crash, the left hand seat back may not stay mounted, increasing the risk of injury to passengers.

Summary

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.

Remedy

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.

Models and years in the notice

2013

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