NHTSA Recall 22V798000: Anchorage (seat belts)
Tesla, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 24,064 vehicles. It affects 2017–2022 Tesla Model 3.
| NHTSA campaign | 22V798000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SB-22-20-004 |
| Component | SEAT BELTS › REAR/OTHER › ANCHORAGE |
| Report received | October 21, 2022 |
| Owner notification | December 20, 2022 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety 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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 22V798000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.