2016 TESLA MODEL X Recalls (3)

Campaign:
16V192000 on 04/05/2016
Component:
Seats:mid/rear assembly
Manufactured:
09/28/2015 - 03/29/2016
Affected:
2,676
Defect:
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."
Consequence:
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.
Correction:
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
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.
Campaign:
17V260000 on 04/19/2017
Component:
Parking brake
Manufactured:
02/22/2016 - 12/23/2016
Affected:
31,709
Defect:
Tesla, inc. (tesla) is recalling certain 2016 model s and model x vehicles. the electric parking brake calipers have an internal gear that may be improperly manufactured, possibly resulting in the gear fracturing during parking brake application or release.
Consequence:
If the gear breaks during parking brake release, the vehicle will not be able to be moved. if the gear breaks during parking brake application, the parking brake may not adequately hold the vehicle, potentially resulting in the vehicle rolling, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Tesla will notify owners, and service centers will replace the electric parking brake calipers, free of charge. a remedy is currently unavailable. interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed june 8, 2017. owners will receive a second notice when the remedy becomes available. owners may contact tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. tesla's number for this recall is sb-17-33-002.
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.
Campaign:
17V639000 on 10/12/2017
Component:
Seats:mid/rear assembly
Manufactured:
10/27/2016 - 08/31/2017
Affected:
4,582
Defect:
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.
Correction:
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.

2016 TESLA MODEL X TSBs (38)

Bulletin:
SB1611006
Component:
162300 structure:body:door
Summary:
Early front door latches are susceptible to water ingress, which might cause the touchscreen to show the door in the wrong position or prevent the door from opening and closing automatically. the door can still be opened with the inside han
Bulletin:
SB1611002
Component:
130000 visibility
Summary:
The seals on the front door fixed glass might have inadequate anti-wear coating, leading to premature wear. a worn seal might squeak when the door glass is moving or result in excessive wind noise.
Bulletin:
SB1612004
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Some model x vehicles were built without washers on the fasteners that secure the mid aero shield and rear diffuser. this could allow the mid aero shield or rear diffuser to become detached from the vehicle in extreme driving conditions.
Bulletin:
SB1617008
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
An early version of key firmware might have caused the key battery to drain more quickly than normal.
Bulletin:
SB1617008R1
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
An early version of key firmware might have caused the key battery to drain more quickly than normal.
Bulletin:
SB1645001
Component:
162300 structure:body:door
Summary:
Some model x vehicles might be susceptible to wind noise that seems to come from the front doors and windows. the wind noise does not affect use of the front doors and windows.
Bulletin:
SB1645001R1
Component:
162300 structure:body:door
Summary:
Some model x vehicles might be susceptible to wind noise that seems to come from the front doors and windows. the wind noise does not affect use of the front doors and windows.
Bulletin:
SB1645002
Component:
160000 structure
Summary:
Some model x vehicles might be susceptible to excessive wind noise when the active spoiler is extended.
Bulletin:
SB1690001
Component:
114000 electrical system:wiring
Summary:
Describes how to install the performance pedal set accessory.
Bulletin:
SB1611004R2
Component:
160000 structure
Summary:
On some model x vehicles, an open rear window might cause the rear door ultrasonic sensors to detect non-existent objects, causing the door to stop unnecessarily while it is opening. the user can still continue to open the door by holding t
Bulletin:
SB1615002
Component:
130000 visibility
Summary:
On some model x vehicles, the sun visors might be prone to splitting or require a high degree of force to rotate.
Bulletin:
SB1618002
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
On some model x vehicles, the a/c condenser pipes might have been installed on the incorrect condenser ports. this might cause poor or no a/c cooling performance, slow supercharging, and/or noise from the condenser pipes touching the front
Bulletin:
SB1639001
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Some model x vehicles might have been built with incorrect front halfshafts. if full lock steering is applied while the suspension is fully extended, an incorrect halfshaft could overextend, damaging the dust boot or the constant velocity j
Bulletin:
SB1513003R1
Component:
220000 seats
Summary:
The 2nd row seat pitch pivot bolts, shoulder pivot bolts, and pitch mechanism nuts could loosen over time, causing the 2nd row seats to have excessive play or a rocking movement.
Bulletin:
SB1513003R2
Component:
222000 seats:mid/rear assembly
Summary:
The 2nd row seat pitch pivot bolts, shoulder pivot bolts, and pitch mechanism nuts could loosen over time, causing the 2nd row seats to have excessive play or a rocking movement.
Bulletin:
SB1611004R1
Component:
162300 structure:body:door
Summary:
On some model x vehicles, an open rear window might cause the rear door ultrasonic sensors to detect non-existent objects, causing the door to stop unnecessarily while it is opening. the user can still continue to open the door by holding t
Bulletin:
SB1617001R2
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Inspect for proper routing of the wiring harnesses on the rear upper door trim panels and resecure the wiring harnesses, if necessary. r2 improves the instructions on how to properly resecure the wiring harness and adds more vehicles to the
Bulletin:
SB1617007
Component:
111000 electrical system:battery
Summary:
An early version of vehicle firmware might have caused the key battery to drain more quickly than normal.
Bulletin:
SB-16-90-003
Component:
210000 trailer hitches
Summary:
Some customers have a due bill for an accessories hitch. the accessories hitch has been discontinued. in place of the accessories hitch, these customers are to receive the hitch package, which can be used to attach hitch accessories. these
Bulletin:
SB-16-90-003 R1
Component:
210000 trailer hitches
Summary:
Describes how to retrofit the towing package.
Bulletin:
SB-17-31-001
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Some model s and model x vehicles may have been manufactured with front suspension fore links that may not meet tesla strength specifications. in the event of link failure, the driver can still maintain control of the vehicle but the tire m
Bulletin:
SB-15-16-003 R1
Component:
110000 high voltage battery
Summary:
It is possible to accidentally break off the aeroshield support tab from the hv battery. if the tab breaks, the mid aeroshield is not fully supported, reducing the aerodynamic efficiency of the vehicle. the operation of the hv battery is no
Bulletin:
SB-17-11-001
Component:
162300 structure:body:door
Summary:
Water may enter the door latches or cinching actuators on the rear (falcon wing) doors. if the vehicle is then parked outdoors in freezing conditions, the water can freeze, potentially interfering with opening or cinching closed until the v
Bulletin:
SB-17-15-002
Component:
162300 structure:body:door
Summary:
On some model x vehicles, a popping noise might be audible from the rear door upper trim brackets when opening or closing the rear doors.
Bulletin:
SB-17-15-003
Component:
162700 structure:body:trunk lid
Summary:
Some 5-seat model x vehicles do not have the trunk gap hider and brackets installed.
Bulletin:
SB-17-17-002 R1
Component:
280000 back over prevention
Summary:
On some model s and model x vehicles with 2nd generation autopilot, the forward facing camera pitch (vertical angle) might be out of the specifications required for some future autopilot features.
Bulletin:
SB-16-45-001 R2
Component:
132000 visibility:glass, side/rear
Summary:
Some model x vehicles might be susceptible to wind noise that seems to come from the front doors and windows. the wind noise does not affect use of the front doors and windows.
Bulletin:
SB-16-44-004
Component:
110000 high voltage battery
Summary:
Some third generation chargers could have an internal fault that prevents dc fast charging (supercharging or chademo).
Bulletin:
SB-16-50-001
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
The button on earlier mobile connector or wall connector charge handles might not open the charge port door on model x. the charge port door can still be opened from the touchscreen.
Bulletin:
SB-16-90-003 R2
Component:
210000 trailer hitches
Summary:
Describes how to retrofit the towing package.
Bulletin:
SB-17-13-002
Component:
220000 seats
Summary:
On some model s and model x vehicles, the connection of the hook-and-loop material that secures the seat upholstery to the seat cushion foam might weaken, causing the upholstery to gather and cause wrinkles.
Bulletin:
SB-18-17-010 R1
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
On some model x vehicles, a plug on the 12v battery was not installed at the factory, or a service center installed a replacement 12v battery that lacks the plug.
Bulletin:
SB-17-20-002 R1
Component:
140000 air bags
Summary:
Under certain conditions, the right hand drive model x passenger front airbag might not inflate.
Bulletin:
SB-17-13-005 R1
Component:
220000 seats
Summary:
On some model s and model x 1st row seats, the huck bom fastener and pivot bushing used on the front lift links may develop an interactive clearance condition, which might result in a rocking motion in the seat. this does not affect perform
Bulletin:
SB-17-17-002 R2
Component:
264100 forward collision avoidance: sensing system: camera
Summary:
On some model s and model x vehicles with 2nd generation autopilot, the forward facing camera pitch (vertical angle) might not conform to internal specifications.
Bulletin:
SB-16-90-003 R3
Component:
210000 trailer hitches
Summary:
Some customers have a due bill for an accessories hitch. the accessories hitch has been discontinued. in place of the accessories hitch, these customers are to receive the hitch package, which can be used to attach hitch accessories. these
Bulletin:
SB-17-15-004 R1
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
On some model x vehicles, one or both intrusion sensors may have been incorrectly installed and may not function properly.
Bulletin:
SB-16-11-006 R1
Component:
170000 latches/locks/linkages
Summary:
Early front door latches are susceptible to water ingress, which might cause the touchscreen to show the door in the wrong position or prevent the door from opening and closing automatically. the door can still be opened with the inside han

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