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Tesla Model S 2015–2018technical service bulletin

Bulletin SB-17-13-005 R2 · NHTSA communication 10153435 · issued Jan 25, 2019

Technical service bulletin
communication type
Seats
component
2015–2018
model years
7
vehicle entries

Official summary

On some Model S and Model X front seats, the forward inboard Huck BOM fastener and pivot bushing (nearest to the center console) used on the front lift links may develop an interactive clearance condition, which might result in a rocking motion in the seat. This does not affect performance, but may result in customer dissatisfaction.

What a TSB means. Technical service bulletins are repair guidance manufacturers send to dealers — they are not recalls, and repairs are not automatically free (warranty extensions are an exception worth checking). The full document is available via NHTSA’s vehicle lookup.