Tesla, Inc.: Safety Recalls in 2016

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There were 2 safety recalls made by Tesla, Inc. in 2016. See the details of the recalls below.

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Data Source: NHTSA.

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December 8, 2016

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Adapter Cables may Overheat

Tesla Motors, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain Universal Mobile Connector Adapters, models NEMA 14-30 (part number 1018243-00-A or 1018243-00-B), NEMA 10-30 (part number 1016174-00-B), and NEMA 6-50 (part number 1016021-00-B or 1016021-00-A). The affected adapters may have insufficient welds within the cable which can result in increased electrical resistance.

NHTSA ID: 16E091000

Component: EQUIPMENT

# of Units Affected: 6,729

Consequence Summary:

Increased electrical resistance may cause overheating or arcing, increasing the risk of a fire.

Corrective Action:

Tesla will notify owners and will provide them with a replacement adapter, free of charge. The recall began on January 12, 2017. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 85.72

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April 6, 2016

(Campaign #: SB-16-13-003)

Third Row Seat may Collapse Under Load

Tesla Motors, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain model year 2016 Model X vehicles manufactured September 29, 2015, to March 30, 2016. In the affected vehicles, the third row seat back may move forward under load such as in a frontal collision. As such, the vehicles do not conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 207, "Seating Systems."

NHTSA ID: 16V192000

Component: SEATS

# of Units Affected: 2,676

Consequence Summary:

If the third row seat does not remain in its adjusted position, there may be an increased risk of injury to an occupant in the event of a crash.

Corrective Action:

Tesla will notify owners, and dealers will replace all affected third row seats, free of charge. The recall began on April 20, 2016. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-844-248-3752 or by email at ServiceHelpNA@teslamotors.com. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-16-13-003

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 97.79

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