NHTSA Complaint #11696322 — 2022 TESLA MODEL S

SEAT BELTS issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11696322
Vehicle	2022 TESLA MODEL S
Component	SEAT BELTS
Date of Incident	October 27, 2025
Date Filed	October 29, 2025
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	TX

Consumer Description

VIN: [XXX] 2022 Tesla Model S Delivery: 10/27/2025 Passenger seatbelt was cut/frayed — FMVSS 209 + 208 violation. Tesla replaced belt but **ignored 8 other defects** (paint, body, sand, maintenance). Closed ticket early, **refused FSD goodwill**. Car still unsafe — **airbag system not recalibrated**. Loaner required. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

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