recall information
Recall number
REC-005879
Campaign number
SB-24-15-001
Original published date
make and model information
Make
TESLA
Model
Model 3
Year range
2023
Affected units
505
Identifying features
VIN (Vehicle identification number)
What are the defects?
The rear centre seat position of the Model 3 does not have an accessible top-restraint anchorage point as required by Australian Design Rule 34/03.
What are the hazards?
If the top-tether restraint anchorage for the rear-centre seat is not accessible in accordance with Australian Design Rule 34/03, an infant or child car seat restraint cannot be securely attached to it.
What should consumers do?
Tesla will contact affected vehicle owners to schedule a service appointment to carry out a part replacement to provide access to the rear-centre seat top-tether restraint anchorage. Until this is completed, consumers should not secure an infant or child car seat on the rear-centre seat or otherwise attach an infant or child car seat restraint to the top-tether anchorage.
Supplier details
Tesla, Inc.
Who should owners/operators contact for more information?
Contact name
Tesla Customer Centre
Contact phone
1800 646 952
Contact email
csau@tesla.com
Contact website
tesla.com
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
