Tesla is recalling 3,470 2022 through 2023 Model Y vehicles in
the United States because bolts securing the second-row seatback
frames may not have been securely tightened, according to a filling
made public Saturday, Azernews reports citing Archyde.com.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said
a loose seat frame bolt may reduce seat belt system performance,
increasing injury risks during a crash.
Tesla told NHTSA it has identified five warranty claims since
December that may be related to these conditions. Tesla said it was
not aware of any injuries or deaths that may be related to the
recall issue.
Tesla will inspect bolts securing second-row driver-side and
passenger-side seat back frames to the lower seat frames and if
needed tighten them to specifications.
In December, a Tesla supplier implemented improved process
controls along with improved training and supervision to ensure
bolts are torqued to specifications, the automaker said.
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