Tesla recalled over injury risk

Recall date

October 10, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Tesla, Inc. recalls 2019 Tesla Model 3

Recall number

19V719000

Brand / firm

Tesla

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 89 units

Why it was recalled

Failure to provide the air bag warning information increases the risk of injury.

What was recalled

Tesla Motors, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2019 Tesla Model 3 vehicles. The driver-side sun visor may not have the required air bag warning information. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

What to do

Tesla will notify owners, and Tesla Service Centers will inspect the visor and replace it, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 6, 2019. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-19-15-003.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.