Third row seat may collapse under load
Defect Summary
Tesla motors, inc. (tesla) is recalling certain model year 2016 model x vehicles manufactured september 29, 2015, to march 30, 2016. in the affected vehicles, the third row seat back may move forward under load such as in a frontal collision. as such, the vehicles do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 207, "seating systems."
Safety Consequence
If the third row seat does not remain in its adjusted position, there may be an increased risk of injury to an occupant in the event of a crash.
Corrective Action
Tesla will notify owners, and dealers will replace all affected third row seats, free of charge. the recall began on april 20, 2016. owners may contact tesla customer service at 1-844-248-3752 or by email at servicehelpna@teslamotors.com. tesla's number for this recall is sb-16-13-003
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FAQ: Recall 16V192000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V192000?
NHTSA recall 16V192000 was issued by Tesla, Inc. on April 6, 2016. It addresses: Third row seat may collapse under load. The recall affects approximately 2,676 vehicles, with the defect involving the Seats component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Tesla, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V192000 or the manufacturer campaign number SB-16-13-003. 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.