Adjustable Seat belts in Model S from now on?

[evster]

I just noticed that a new version of the Model S manual was published. There is a new section in the manual describing "To Adjust the Shoulder Anchor Height" that was not there in the previous version.

Is this an error in the manual or have Tesla added adjusted seat belts to recent produced cars? Anyone with a new Model S that can confirm?

It would be great with this new feature in the S since both the X and 3 got it already.

Here is a screen dump from the manual that shows the new section and describes how to adjust the seat belt height

 

[CRASHER]

This means my car seatbelt is not effective, as it can be positioned incorrectly.

 

[trm2]

This means my car seatbelt is not effective, as it can be positioned incorrectly.

That seems very problematic for you, given your user name.

 

[CRASHER]

That seems very problematic for you, given your user name.

Exactly, now I am concerned. I bought this car thinking it is the safest car, and I can crash it as much as I like.
I want my $$ back.

 

[MP3Mike]

This means my car seatbelt is not effective, as it can be positioned incorrectly.

No, they don't say it is "not effective" it just is "less effective". But the old belt was designed for it to not be adjustable..

 

[lunitiks]

To Adjust the Shoulder Anchor Height
is equipped with an adjustable shoulder
anchor for each front seat to ensure that the
seat belt is positioned correctly

"is equipped"..? Seems like something's missing here. Like "Model S" for instance?

 

[jorobsand]

Anyone with a new Model S that can confirm?

I took delivery of a new MS P100D on 12/22/17 and have the same nonadjustable style seatbelt as earlier versions. There is no means to adjust the shoulder anchors on my recently produced car.

 

[evster]

"is equipped"..? Seems like something's missing here. Like "Model S" for instance?

Yes, for sure! But missing words and incorrect spelling etc is a thing that Tesla seems to love. There are lot's of places in the manual with similar mistakes

 

[evster]

I took delivery of a new MS P100D on 12/22/17 and have the same nonadjustable style seatbelt as earlier versions. There is no means to adjust the shoulder anchors on my recently produced car.

Thanks for input! Do you know when your car is built? Maybe this change took place just recently e.g. cars build from december and onwards, or that it is a change for MY18?

 

[evster]

Maybe we will see coat hooks in the rear and lighted vanity mirrors appear in the next iteration of the manual

 

[jorobsand]

My car entered production early December. Maybe this is a change for even newer builds but so I hear is the removal of the alcantara headliner. One step forward, one step back.

 

[CRASHER]

No, they don't say it is "not effective" it just is "less effective". But the old belt was designed for it to not be adjustable..

It says "reduce the effectiveness" Which is open for interpretation, I think it is either effective or not.

 

[IchDochNicht]

Given how long I waited to buy a Model S because it lacked this feature, and considering Murphy's Law, I fully expect the adjustable seat belt to go into production just about now...

In the meantime, I am using this Seat Belt Extender to get some relief from the belt cutting into my neck:
2014 Tesla Model S (Front Seats) Mini Seat Belt Extender / Extension #42379-14 | eBay

 

[Nosken]

In the meantime, I am using this Seat Belt Extender to get some relief from the belt cutting into my neck:
2014 Tesla Model S (Front Seats) Mini Seat Belt Extender / Extension #42379-14 | eBay

Does that actually work to lessen the neck situation? Details?

 

[IchDochNicht]

Does that actually work to lessen the neck situation? Details?

It helps somewhat, but doen't eliminate the issue. The belt geometry is wrong for a small person, but with the seat high and the extender, it is more bearable.

Basically, it changes the shoulder belt to a "steeper" diagonal. because the buckle is moved further outwards. Hope that makes sense.

 

[Frankadobe]

My 2020 S long range plus does not have adjustable seat belts. Wish it did.

 

[Sabre Man]

Adjustable seat belt height is something Tesla should add ASAP. When I bought my Model S, I traded in a 2004 Lexus LS430 which had a button for electric seat belt adjustment. My wife is always complaining about the seat belts.

 

[Art VandeIay]

Adjustable seat belt height is something Tesla should add ASAP.

Especially considering the Model X has them since late 2015... when it first came out!!!

And S and X vehicles are built under the same platform .

 

[WilliamG]

Especially considering the Model X has them since late 2015... when it first came out!!!

And S and X vehicles are built under the same platform .

Tesla makes little sense with some of the decisions. The X is now the only Tesla model with terrible headlights as the only option regardless of trim level, - ironic given it’s the most expensive Tesla you can now buy.

 

[njsfnp]

I use these to help change the angle. They work but feels like the plastic will snap at some time. I am looking at the metal ones. (affilate link: https://amzn.to/3QS3jYu) The device snaps onto the belt across the lap and remains there after you release the belt. When you snap in the belt you slip the shoulder belt into the slot. You do not have to place it every time. and it is unobtrusive if another person uses the belt but does not need the adjuster.