Front seat belts may be incorrectly secured
Defect Summary
Tesla motors, inc. (tesla) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 model s vehicles manufactured may 31, 2012, to november 12, 2015. the affected vehicles are equipped with driver or front passenger seat belts that may be improperly connected to the outboard lap pretensioner.
Safety Consequence
If the seat belt is not correctly attached to the pretensioner, it may not properly restrain the seat occupant in the event of a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Tesla will notify owners, and service centers will inspect the driver and front passenger seat belts, correcting their connection, as necessary, free of charge. the recall began on december 14, 2015. owners may contact tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. tesla's number for this recall is sb-15-20-002.
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FAQ: Recall 15V780000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V780000?
NHTSA recall 15V780000 was issued by Tesla, Inc. on November 23, 2015. It addresses: Front seat belts may be incorrectly secured. The recall affects approximately 59,415 vehicles, with the defect involving the Seat Belts component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Tesla, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 15V780000 or the manufacturer campaign number SB-15-20-002. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.