2024 Tesla Model Y Seat Recliner Recall (24V886)
Tesla, Inc. · 27 vehicles · Reported November 22, 2024
Tesla, Inc. is recalling 27 2024 Tesla Model Y vehicles. The weld attaching the seat recliner mechanism to the front seat backs may fail. The seat back frame may not properly restrain the occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 24V886 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 24V886000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | SB-24-13-004 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | November 22, 2024 |
| Manufacturer | Tesla, Inc. |
| Vehicles | 2024 Tesla Model Y |
| Units affected | 27 |
| Component | Seats > Front Assembly > Recliner |
| Safety risk | The seat back frame may not properly restrain the occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2024 Tesla Model Y in recall 24V886?
The weld attaching the seat recliner mechanism to the front seat backs may fail.
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Model Y vehicles. The weld attaching the seat recliner mechanism to the front seat backs may fail.
Is it safe to drive a 2024 Model Y with recall 24V886?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: The seat back frame may not properly restrain the occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: The seat back frame may not properly restrain the occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
NHTSA has not issued a do-not-drive or park-outside warning for this recall. Still, get the repair done as soon as it is available, and stop driving if you notice symptoms related to the recliner.
Which vehicles are included in recall 24V886?
Recall 24V886 covers 27 vehicles: 2024 Tesla Model Y.
NHTSA lists 27 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Tesla | Model Y |
What is the fix for the Model Y seat recliner recall?
Yes. Tesla service will replace the seat assembly, free of charge.
Tesla service will replace the seat assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 21, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-13-004.
When was recall 24V886 announced?
Tesla, Inc. reported recall 24V886 to NHTSA on November 22, 2024. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as January 21, 2025.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| November 22, 2024 | Tesla, Inc. filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 24V886000. |
| January 21, 2025 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 22 months ago. If your Model Y was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my Model Y is part of recall 24V886?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 24V886 is open on your Model Y, it will be listed there.
The fastest check is NHTSA’s VIN lookup. Type in the 17 characters from your registration or insurance card. Because only some 2024 Model Y vehicles are included, the VIN check is the only reliable way to know. A brand-new recall may take several days to show up.
What should Model Y owners do about recall 24V886?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 24V886000 applies to your Model Y.
- Book the recall appointment with any authorized Tesla dealer. Ask up front whether parts are available and how long the vehicle will be there.
- Get a repair order for every visit, even if the dealer only inspects the vehicle. Read it before you leave and make sure your complaint is written the way you described it.
- Keep a simple log of any recliner symptoms with dates and mileage. Video of a warning light or the problem happening is strong evidence.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the problem comes back after the repair, return to the dealer and contact a lemon law attorney.
What are Model Y owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 325 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 5 of them about the body, doors and seats.
Too few NHTSA complaints about the body, doors and seats have been filed since recall 24V886 was reported (3) to say whether the fix is holding.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 325 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 5 of them involve the body, doors and seats. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.
- 2024 Tesla Model Y: 325 complaints in total, 5 about the body, doors and seats
A few excerpts from owner complaints filed with NHTSA (unverified, lightly trimmed):
The driver’s seat material is deteriorating prematurely on the left bolster area. The damage affects the structural support of the seat edge, which causes the driver to shift position unexpectedly during turns, braking, and lane changes. This instability can delay reaction time and reduces secure seating posture.
2024 Tesla Model Y owner, NV, NHTSA complaint 11699613, filed November 15, 2025
It has been towed to Tesla 5 times in the last 6 months. The car will all of a sudden do ALL of the following.
2024 Tesla Model Y owner, AZ, NHTSA complaint 11766808, filed September 24, 2026
Whenever turning a clicking sound is occurring underneath the driver seat. The seat does not seem to be properly secured from the factory. Tesla said it does not seem to be a safety concern over the phone and will not work to get my vehicle into the service department in a reasonable timeframe.
2024 Tesla Model Y owner, TN, NHTSA complaint 11606872, filed August 6, 2024
Can recall 24V886 make my Model Y a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
A recall by itself does not make a car a lemon. Under California's Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act, what matters is whether a defect covered by the warranty substantially impairs the vehicle's use, value or safety, and whether the manufacturer or its dealers fixed it within a reasonable number of attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).
Door latch, seat and body structure defects can affect safety in a crash and everyday use. If the recall repair does not solve the problem, the repeat visit is part of your record.
The recall repair is available at dealers. If it works, great. If the same symptom comes back, the recall visit is one repair attempt and the next visit is another.
California law presumes a reasonable number of attempts has been made if, within 18 months or 18,000 miles of delivery, the same problem was repaired two or more times for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for any covered defect, or the vehicle was out of service for repairs more than 30 days in total (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Some of these require written notice to the manufacturer. A claim can still succeed outside that window.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Frequently asked questions about recall 24V886
Is the 24V886000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
When will owners be notified?
According to NHTSA, owner notification letters were or are scheduled to be mailed January 21, 2025.
How do I know if my Model Y is part of recall 24V886000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Does a recall mean my car is a lemon?
Not on its own. A lemon law claim depends on whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps the vehicle out of service. A recall repair that fails, or repeat visits for the same problem, can support a claim.
What should I keep for a possible lemon law claim?
Keep every repair order, the recall owner letter, your purchase or lease contract, and notes on dates, mileage and symptoms. Make sure each dealer visit is written up, even when the dealer says it cannot find a problem.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 24V886000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 7, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq., Founder and Managing Attorney of America’s Lemon Lawyer (Wynn Law Group, APC). Licensed by the State Bar of California, No. 362320. His practice focuses on California lemon law under the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act.
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