The 2019 Tesla Model Y has 3 recalls, the most serious involving seat belt anchor points in both the front and second rows that may not be properly fastened, leaving belts unable to hold occupants in a crash.
Both seat belt recalls involve fasteners that secure the belt hardware to the vehicle structure. In the second row, the bolts that hold the left and right belt retractors to the body may not be fully tightened, which means the retractor can pull free under crash loads instead of locking the occupant in place. At the front, the shoulder belt anchor on the B-pillar, the structural post between the front and rear doors, may have the same loose fastener problem, allowing the belt to give way when it needs to hold firm. On the electrical side, warning lights for the brakes, parking brake, and anti-lock brake system display at an incorrect font size on the instrument panel, making those indicators harder to read at a glance and potentially delaying a driver's response to a developing brake problem.
At a glance
What can fail
The Brake, Park, and Antilock Brake System warning lights on the instrument panel display in an incorrect font size, which does not meet federal brake system safety standards.
What the fix does
Tesla is releasing a free over-the-air software update to correct the warning light font size display.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The fasteners securing the front seat shoulder belt to the b-pillar may not be properly attached, affecting one or both sides.
What the fix does
Tesla Service will inspect and repair both fasteners as needed at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
One or both fasteners that secure the left and right second row seat belt retractors may not be properly attached.
What the fix does
Tesla Service will inspect both fasteners and replace them if necessary, at no charge.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
