Recall 17V639000

SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY

Report Date

20171012

Component

SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY

Affected Vehicles

2 models

Defect Description

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Model X vehicles. The left-side, second row, reclining seat backs may not fully latch due to having incorrectly adjusted recliner mechanism cables. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 207, "Seating Systems," and 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."

Safety Consequence

If the seat back moves forward in the event of a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy

Tesla will notify owners, and Tesla service technicians will correct the cable adjustment for the left-side, fold-flat, second row, seat recliner mechanism, free of charge. The recall began on November 10, 2017. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-17-13-004.

Affected Vehicles

Year	Make	Model
2016	TESLA	MODEL X
2017	TESLA	MODEL X

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.