Vehicle recall 17V639000 · October 12, 2017

2016-2017 Tesla Model X

The left-side, second row, reclining seat backs may not fully latch due to having incorrectly adjusted recliner mechanism cables.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

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."
Consequence: If the seat back moves forward in the event of a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: 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.
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.safercar.gov.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 17V639000
Reported to NHTSA: October 12, 2017
Filed by: Tesla Motors, Inc.
Manufacturer campaign: SB-17-13-004
Owner notification: November 10, 2017
Vehicles potentially affected: 4,582
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Seats › Mid/rear assembly

Recall 17V639000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

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Tesla Model X (2016-2017): 2017, 2016

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