Tesla Model 3 Recall 24V376: Seat belt warning may not sound for unbelted driver

What this recall means for you

Some Tesla Model S, Model X, Model 3 and Model Y vehicles may have a seat belt warning light and chime that do not activate as intended when the driver is unbelted. Because of this, the vehicles do not meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 208, which covers occupant crash protection.

A seat belt warning that fails to alert an occupant who is not buckled up can increase the risk of injury in a crash. Owners should be aware of this issue and make sure to buckle up every trip.

Tesla will fix the problem with an over-the-air software update, and the repair is free. Owner notification letters were mailed July 26, 2024. You can contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752, referencing recall SB-24-00-008, and you can check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls.