2019 Tesla Model 3 Seat Belts Problems
Owners filed 54 seat belt complaints for the 2019 Tesla Model 3, about 9% of that year's 614 total complaints. NHTSA lists no crashes, fires, or injuries tied to this area, and median mileage at failure was 8,500 miles. A related seat belt recall (24V376000) covers this model year for a chime/warning light issue.
- Seat Belts complaints
- 54
- 9% of 614
- Crashes reported
- 0
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 8,500 mi
- Related recalls
- 4
Typical seat belt symptoms owners report
- Front left or front passenger safety restraint system fault warnings appear on the dashboard, often triggering a 'service required' message.
- Seat belt buckles fail to latch properly, with owners reporting a broken buckle that cannot accept the belt tongue.
- The restraint fault error is sometimes linked by owners to a seat belt pretensioner connector issue rather than the belt itself.
- Some owners report the restraint fault recurs intermittently and seems tied to driver seat position, easing when the seat is lowered.
- A few complaints describe the restraint fault appearing alongside a passenger window that will not roll down, preventing the door from closing.
When 2019 Tesla Model 3 seat belt complaints were filed
First complaint Oct 7, 2019, latest Sep 5, 2026.
Seat Belts recalls for the 2019 Tesla Model 3
- NHTSA 24V376000May 28, 2024Seat Belts125,233 vehiclesOver-the-air fix
Seat belts:front:warning light/devices
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012-2024 Model S, 2015-2024 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles. In the event of an unbelted driver, the seat belt warning light and audible chime may not activate as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk: A seat belt warning system that fails to alert occupants of an unbelted seat belt can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy: Tesla will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update. Owner notification letters were mailed July 26, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-008.
- NHTSA 22V798000Oct 21, 2022Seat Belts24,064 vehicles
Seat belts:rear/other:anchorage
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2022 Model 3 vehicles. The second-row left seat belt buckle and second-row center seat belt anchor may have been incorrectly reassembled during vehicle service.
Risk: An incorrectly reassembled seat belt anchor can impair the performance of the seat belt during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Tesla Service will inspect and reassemble the seat belt anchors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 20, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-20-004.
- NHTSA 22V045000Feb 1, 2022Seat Belts817,143 vehiclesOver-the-air fix
Seat belts:front
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Model S and Model X, 2017-2022 Model 3, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles. The audible chime may not activate when the vehicle starts and the driver has not buckled their seat belt. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk: The driver may be unaware that their seat belt is not fastened, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy: Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 1, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-002.
- NHTSA 21V389000May 25, 2021Seat Belts5,530 vehicles
Seat belts:critical fasteners
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Model 3 and 2019-2021 Model Y vehicles. One or both fasteners that secure the front seat shoulder belt to the b-pillar may not be properly attached.
Risk: An improperly attached fastener may prevent the seat belt system from performing as designed, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Tesla Service will inspect and repair both fasteners if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 23, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service online by visiting www.tesla.com/support/contact or by calling 1-877-79-TESLA (or 1-877-798-3752). Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-20-001.
Seat Belts complaints by Model 3 model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many seat belt complaints does the 2019 Tesla Model 3 have?
- NHTSA lists 54 seat belt complaints for the 2019 Tesla Model 3, which is about 9% of the 614 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a seat belt recall for the 2019 Tesla Model 3?
- Yes. Recall 24V376000 covers 2017-2023 Model 3 vehicles, including 2019, for a seat belt warning light and audible chime that may not activate for an unbelted driver. Three other seat belt-related recalls (22V798000, 22V045000, 21V389000) also cover various Model 3 model years, some including 2019.
- At what mileage do seat belt problems show up on the 2019 Model 3?
- NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 8,500 miles for seat belt complaints on this model year.
- Have seat belt issues on the 2019 Model 3 caused crashes or injuries?
- NHTSA records show 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries associated with seat belt complaints for the 2019 Model 3.
- How does the 2019 Model 3 compare to other years for seat belt complaints?
- The 2019 Model 3 had 54 seat belt complaints (9% share), lower than 2018's 105 complaints (10% share), but higher in share than 2020 (4%), 2021 (2%), and later years.