In a recent announcement, Tesla has issued a recall for more than 125,000 vehicles due to a potential safety concern related to the seat belt warning system. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) revealed that certain Tesla models from 2012 to 2024, including the Model S, Model X, Model 3, and Model Y, are included in the recall.

According to the NHTSA, the seat belt warning system in these vehicles did not function properly, failing to provide the required audible and visual seat belt reminder signals to alert drivers that their seat belts were not fastened. This non-compliance with federal safety regulations may increase the risk of injury in the event of a collision.

Although Tesla has identified 104 warranty claims that may be related to this issue, there have been no reported collisions, fatalities, or injuries directly linked to the seat belt warning system malfunction. The company assures customers that the necessary steps are being taken to rectify the situation promptly.

Tesla, under the leadership of billionaire Elon Musk, plans to address the issue by deploying an over-the-air software update to the affected vehicles free of charge starting in June. The software update will eliminate the dependency on the driver seat occupancy switch and rely solely on the driver seat belt buckle and ignition status to activate the seat belt reminder signals.

This isn't the first time Tesla has faced recalls in recent months. In May, the automaker recalled 3,878 of its 2024 Cybertrucks after discovering a potential issue in the accelerator pedal, which could lead to unintended acceleration and increase the risk of crashes.

Earlier this year, the NHTSA announced a recall of nearly 2.2 million Tesla vehicles sold in the United States. The recall was prompted by the agency's finding that warning lights on the instrument panel were too small, potentially impacting driver visibility. Additionally, the NHTSA elevated its investigation into Tesla steering problems to an engineering analysis, indicating a closer examination that may result in a future recall.

In April, the NHTSA also initiated an investigation into the effectiveness of Tesla's Autopilot driving system and its ability to ensure driver attentiveness on the road. The investigation aimed to determine whether last year's recall of the Autopilot system adequately addressed potential safety concerns.

Tesla owners who own the affected vehicles are advised to stay informed about the upcoming software update and contact Tesla for further assistance or clarifications.