NHTSA Complaint #11647282 — 2016 TESLA MODEL X

SEATS issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11647282
Vehicle	2016 TESLA MODEL X
Component	SEATS
Date of Incident	March 10, 2025
Date Filed	March 10, 2025
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	NY

Consumer Description

The Rear captain seats (6 seater middle row) are no longer stable. They both have a back and forth motion to them. The passenger side one makes a noticeably bad noise when the car is in motion. This is a sign that the seat is failing and has lost its proper fitment.

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