recall information
Recall number
REC-006022
Campaign number
SB-24-00-008
Original published date
make and model information
Make
TESLA
Model
Model 3
Variants
E6LRB, E5LDB, E5LDP, E3LDP
Year range
2019 - 2020
Affected units
331
Identifying features
VIN (Vehicle identification number)
What are the defects?
Due to an issue with driver seat occupancy switch, the instrument cluster may fail to illuminate the visual and audible seat belt warnings in certain conditions as required by the Australian Design Rules (ADR).
What are the hazards?
If the driver is not made aware of an unfastened seatbelt, there is an increased risk of injury or death in case the vehicle is involved in an accident.
The vehicle may not be compliant with ADR 04/06 - Seatbelts.
The vehicle may not be compliant with ADR 04/06 - Seatbelts.
What should consumers do?
This recall is addressed by updating the vehicle software, which does not require the customer to schedule a service appointment.
The software release that contains the remedy will be deployed over-the-air (OTA) to all affected vehicles.
On the vehicle touchscreen, touch Controls (vehicle icon) > Software, and then scroll down to display the vehicle software version.
If the vehicle is operating with software version 2024.20.3 or newer, no further action is necessary.
The software release that contains the remedy will be deployed over-the-air (OTA) to all affected vehicles.
On the vehicle touchscreen, touch Controls (vehicle icon) > Software, and then scroll down to display the vehicle software version.
If the vehicle is operating with software version 2024.20.3 or newer, no further action is necessary.
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
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
