Tesla recalls 3,470 Model Y cars made last year after finding loose bolts
Tesla has issued a recall of 3,470 Model Y vehicles in the US after learning that the bolts holding the second-row seat back frames could be loose.
A statement released Saturday showed the manufacturer filed a recall with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on Monday. The potentially affected vehicles were produced between May 23, 2022 and February 5, 2023.
The NHTSA has stated that loose seat frame bolts can reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt system, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Tesla said in a statement that the second-row seatback frames are attached to the lower seat frame with four seatback bolts, with one or more of the bolts “may not have been tightened to specification.”
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In a recall report, Tesla stated that the problem can be identified if the second row seatbacks do not fold down properly or vibrate during normal operation.
Customers of affected models can take their vehicles to a Tesla store or service center for a free inspection. Tesla said it will inspect the bolts holding the driver and passenger-side second-row seatback frames and reinstall them to specification if necessary.
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As of Feb. 23, the manufacturer has identified five warranty claims received between Dec. 9 and Feb. 14, which include recall conditions.
After the first complaint in early December, Tesla said it had implemented improved process controls and improved training and supervision to ensure bolts are tightened to specification going forward.
Tesla has said it is not aware of any injuries or deaths that may be related to the issue.
Tesla stores and service centers across the country were notified of the recall on February 28.
Owner notification letters will also be mailed on April 25, 2023.
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