2026 Tesla Model 3 Seat Fastener Recall (25V410)
Tesla, Inc. · 48 vehicles · Reported June 18, 2025
Tesla, Inc. is recalling 48 2026 Tesla Model 3; 2026 Tesla Model Y vehicles. The fasteners attaching the seat back to the seat bottom may have been improperly tightened. The seat may not properly restrain the occupant, increasing the risk of injury during a crash. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 25V410 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 25V410000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | SB-25-13-003 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | June 18, 2025 |
| Manufacturer | Tesla, Inc. |
| Vehicles | 2026 Tesla Model 3; 2026 Tesla Model Y |
| Units affected | 48 |
| Component | Seats > Critical Fasteners |
| Safety risk | The seat may not properly restrain the occupant, increasing the risk of injury during a crash. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2026 Tesla Model 3 in recall 25V410?
The fasteners attaching the seat back to the seat bottom may have been improperly tightened.
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2026 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles. The fasteners attaching the seat back to the seat bottom may have been improperly tightened.
Is it safe to drive a 2026 Model 3 with recall 25V410?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: The seat may not properly restrain the occupant, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: The seat may not properly restrain the occupant, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
There is no do-not-drive order on this campaign. If your Model 3 shows warning lights or behaves differently in a way that involves the critical fasteners, have it checked before driving further.
Which vehicles are included in recall 25V410?
Recall 25V410 covers 48 vehicles: 2026 Tesla Model 3; 2026 Tesla Model Y.
NHTSA lists 48 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Tesla | Model 3 |
| 2026 | Tesla | Model Y |
What is the fix for the Model 3 seat fastener recall?
Yes. Tesla Service Centers will inspect and tighten or replace the seat assembly fasteners as necessary, free of charge.
Tesla Service Centers will inspect and tighten or replace the seat assembly fasteners as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 16, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-25-13-003.
When was recall 25V410 announced?
Tesla, Inc. reported recall 25V410 to NHTSA on June 18, 2025. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as August 16, 2025.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| June 18, 2025 | Tesla, Inc. filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 25V410000. |
| August 16, 2025 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 15 months ago. If your Model 3 was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my Model 3 is part of recall 25V410?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 25V410 is open on your Model 3, 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 2026 Model 3 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 3 owners do about recall 25V410?
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 25V410000 applies to your Model 3.
- Book the recall appointment with any authorized Tesla dealer. Ask up front whether parts are available and how long the vehicle will be there.
- Keep a copy of every repair order. Check that each one lists your complaint, the mileage, and the dates in and out.
- Write down when symptoms involving the critical fasteners happen: date, mileage, speed, weather and what you felt or heard. Photos and short videos help.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the recall repair does not fix it, or the vehicle keeps going back for the same issue, talk to a lemon law attorney.
What are Model 3 owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 407 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 9 of them about the body, doors and seats.
Since recall 25V410 was reported on June 18, 2025, owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA about the body, doors and seats on these vehicles. 2 of them (25%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt.
How we counted: we matched NHTSA owner complaints for the model years in this recall that list the body, doors and seats and were received on or after June 18, 2025, then flagged narratives that describe a repeat failure or a problem returning after a dealer repair, recall service or software update. Data from NHTSA, accessed October 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports and may involve a related body, doors and seats issue rather than this exact defect; automated text matching can miss or misread some reports.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 407 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 9 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.
- 2026 Tesla Model Y: 382 complaints in total, 9 about the body, doors and seats
- 2026 Tesla Model 3: 25 complaints in total, 0 about the body, doors and seats
Examples of what owners have reported to NHTSA (unverified excerpts):
The contact owns a 2026 Tesla Model Y. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 MPH, there was a loud pop coming from the rear of the vehicle. The contact noticed that the glass on the passenger’s side had shattered, and glass had fallen inside the vehicle.
2026 Tesla Model Y owner, FL, NHTSA complaint 11720344, filed February 25, 2026
The contact owns a 2026 Tesla Model Y. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, while other vehicles were driving beside the vehicle, or when the wind was blowing, the vehicle unexpectedly moved to the left or right. No warning lights were illuminated.
2026 Tesla Model Y owner, FL, NHTSA complaint 11733248, filed April 23, 2026
I picked up a new model Y Juniper. I have an issue with the driver's side seat. The seat bottom is shifting and popping when turning. They replaced the seat with a brand new one. I still have the same issue.
2026 Tesla Model Y owner, GA, NHTSA complaint 11665528, filed June 7, 2025
Can recall 25V410 make my Model 3 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.
Recall 25V410000 does not automatically make your Model 3 a lemon. California's Song-Beverly Act asks two questions: does a warranty defect substantially impair the vehicle's use, value or safety, and did the manufacturer fail to fix it in a reasonable number of tries (Civ. Code 1793.2(d))?
Body and latch defects on the 2026 Tesla Model 3 may seem minor until a door opens while driving or a seat will not lock. Problems that return after repair belong in your records.
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.
For the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the Model 3 went in two or more times for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for the same defect, or spent more than 30 days in the shop (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Direct notice to the manufacturer is required for some of these. The presumption is a shortcut, not the only path to a claim.
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 25V410
Did the recall 25V410 fix work?
Since recall 25V410 was reported on June 18, 2025, owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA about the body, doors and seats on these vehicles. 2 of them (25%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt. If your vehicle still has the problem after the recall repair, go back to the dealer, get a repair order, and talk to a lemon law attorney.
When will owners be notified?
According to NHTSA, owner notification letters were or are scheduled to be mailed August 16, 2025.
Is the 25V410000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
How do I know if my Model 3 is part of recall 25V410000?
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.
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 25V410000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Attorney advertising. America’s Lemon Lawyer is a trade name of Wynn Law Group, APC. Responsible attorney: Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320). This page is general information, not legal advice. America’s Lemon Lawyer is not affiliated with NHTSA or Tesla. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.