NHTSA Complaint #11590987 — 2019 TESLA MODEL 3

AIR BAGS issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11590987
Vehicle	2019 TESLA MODEL 3
Component	AIR BAGS
Date of Incident	May 25, 2024
Date Filed	May 28, 2024
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	TX

Consumer Description

I have a known safety issue with my Tesla model 3. There is a fault in the clips, requiring a filter clip to allow the safety restraint system to work appropriately. Tesla admits this is a known manufacturer fault but still charges 400$ to correct it.

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