Safety Recall NHTSA · 17V639000 Reported October 12, 2017

Second row seat backs may move in a crash

Tesla, Inc. · Seats · 4,582 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
17V639000
Manufacturer Campaign
SB-17-13-004
Manufacturer
Tesla, Inc.
Component
Seats
Vehicles Affected
4,582
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
October 12, 2017
Completion Rate
91.47

Defect Summary

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.

Corrective Action

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.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Tesla, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 17V639000 or campaign SB-17-13-004.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 17V639000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 17V639000?

NHTSA recall 17V639000 was issued by Tesla, Inc. on October 12, 2017. It addresses: Second row seat backs may move in a crash. The recall affects approximately 4,582 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 17V639000 or the manufacturer campaign number SB-17-13-004. 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.