Model Y and 3 Seat Belt Adjuster Rattle Fix

[@thefish5861]

Thanks, man. That rattle is right in my ear, and no one else in the car can hear it.

[@Only-Alpha-Can-Save]

Exactly

[@adamnewcomb3413]

Yes!!! 1000%. This video stopped me from driving my 2023 M3LR off a damn bridge. I’d like to add, that I placed significantly more felt tape in the plastic buckle assembly AND on the white plastic bumpers that rub against the metal frame of the car. I also placed strips of adhesive foam weather stripping on the metal pillar on both the rear and front sides. Noise is down to an absolute minimum now. Thanks again.

[@mitchellbarnow1709]

Mathew, you always have such great simple answers to nagging Tesla problems! Thank you so much, once again, for your free advice!

[@DKW2023YLR]

Hey, watched your video yesterday and wondered if this was the source of a rattle in my 2023 MYLR. Instead of taking the cover off I decided just to slide the adjuster all the way to the top and take a drive. THIS WORKED!!! Thank you so much for giving me the correct place to look for my rattle. If the rattle comes back, I may still have to remove the cover and apply felt tape. Thanks again.

[@jman781]

For a simple fix if you plan on keeping the slider in the lowest position is to slide it up and put some thin felt tape on the slider and then just lower it down. Just make sure the felt isn't visible and boom 1 minute of time seems to have fixed the rattle.

[@acrusso1]

SOB that did it thank you

[@muratbaykal1065]

Excellent job! I had asked Tesla to fixed this and they couldn’t. When I followed your instructions I found out they had put the three pieces of felt on the front face of the seal belt guide but not the 6 tabs you showed. I put the 6 tabs and NO MORE RATTLES!! Thanks!!

[@EveryAmp]

Great to hear! Send service the video ;)

[@sylviebergeron64]

Same rattle on passenger side - only rattles on rough roads - notice no rattle when with my wife sitting in the passenger seat. I told service about it but couldn’t find it. Thanks for the video.

[@BFArch0n]

Dude, I literally just notice this today after 2 years of ownership. Nice timing!

[@TinkerTry]

Same here, literally earlier today noticed it on my 2018 Model 3, then saw the branding change and found this video, all before I had even done a search for the fix. What timing, and what great work!

[@ecknut]

I like the recorders sound in the backgroud - Mathew is fantastic, helpful, truly easy to follow! Thanks a lot!

[@jonathanmillar7205]

Thanks for this I’ve done exactly what you did. (Took me about an hour to get the panel on correctly at the top 😩) but so far no rattle in the car. Fingers crossed it remains this way!! Cheers Jon

[@trentgashi5943]

Is there a trick to do this easier? I'm following the way he's doing it but I can't get the top inward facing clips to clip in

[@jonathanmillar7205]

@@trentgashi5943 I have the same issue the top 2 wont go in

[@phleb2rn78]

Just did this to fix the annoying rattle in my Model Y... worked like a charm! Rattle gone! :) Thanks Matthew!

[@williamtimothy5302]

You have saved me going insane in my MYLR. Thank you for the incredibly useful video!

[@onyx3409]

I did the exact same thing on my 2019 Model 3 some months ago. As you say, It makes it less smooth to move up and down (which I never do, so I don't care). The upside is that there is no vibration at any speed on any surface anymore.

[@coredumperror]

Fantastic! I've been adding a request to fix this rattle to every service request I've made through the Tesla app for the last year or so, and every time my appointment finally comes up, the damn rattle has vanished, so I have to take it off the request or else they'd charge me $200 for the effort of looking for it but not finding it. I've always *wanted* to fix it myself, but had no idea how. This video is a godsend!

[@EveryAmp]

You got it. They replaced it once on my Model 3 with no luck, so it was time to solve it.

[@weilykiotee840]

I just took apart my 2022 model Y to add felt as you described here. And I was surprised to see the Tesla actually added a few pieces I felt I just added more as you instructed they must’ve listened to you. Great video.

[@DavidLi7319]

July 2024 Model Y owner. Mine came with some felt already but none on the tabs. Put felt on each of the tabs and the rattle went away. Such a cheap and easy fix. Thanks so much.

[@lxe1986]

Thank you for showing us how to remove the upper door pillar panel. I'm working on a project with my Y, and I need to remove the lower panel. This was helpful, now I know I need to remove the upper seatbelt panel first to get to the lower panel. Take Care, Keep Making videos....

[@matthewcoleman8267]

Just got my 2nd hand Model 3 and the b-pillar trim was away from the car a little bit. Pushed it back on and now it rattles. I'm hoping your fix will sort it!

[@williambodine4105]

This was a great help. So easy. And effective. Was hating my new 21MYLR because of the continuous rattles from both sides of the car. Not just over rough roads, but all the time, a constant buzz. I put felt on different parts of the adjuster, also on the button surround. No more constant buzz. Thank you.

[@cristianfederico2411]

You should send this to Tesla, Awesome!

[@EveryAmp]

I showed a mobile service tech this morning. Hopefully they use it.

[@hey.you.in.the.bushes]

You would think after years of model 3 service calls, they would have included a fix on the Y

[@iPigee]

Tesla put this on mine but it still rattles like hell.

[@badiban]

@@EveryAmp I have a 2023 MYP and it has this issue haha

[@KevinHarper3DArtist]

how do you remove the bottom peice. Mine came lose from bumping into it. I want to snap it back in palce

[@mickyd3]

Thank you for creating this video and sharing your knowledge. I too had this same rattle and I was timid about removing this panel. I originally wedge a small piece of foam inside but it was a hack job. Thank you again.

[@MattChinander]

Tesla now puts this felt tape on from the factory in almost all of these same places. I am having rattling problems with this piece and took it apart and found the tape already there. Adding a bit more to help.

[@VolodyaKo]

I just opened mine, but there is no tape inside. I have new 2023 model 3.

[@805pmay]

I did this but it did not get rid of the noise. Turns out it was the window not tight enough on the rubber seal. You can test it by sticking a suction cup on the inside and pulling on it while driving to see if the noise goes away. Mine did.

[@joshwithkids]

Incredibly clear and quality video. LOVE the detail. Keep going sir.

[@trentgashi5943]

How does yours clip back in so easily? Mine clips in at the bottom but getting the top clipped in is a pain in even when I start from the top

[@adizinti704]

Thank you! Solved my M3LR TERRIBLE seatbelt rattle. Much appreciated! You've earned a subscriber.

[@billandrosiethomson8980]

Thank you so much for this video. The only possibly helpful tidbit I have to add is plastic bicycle tire levers, which are available at any bike shop, work very well as a "pry tool".

[@thomasbihn]

Thanks for this post. I have a 2024 Model Y that I just purchased in late March and the passenger side rattles from that area. I'll be taking it apart tonight to investigate. From another comment, apparently they are putting felt tape in there now, so hopefully I find something to correct it.

[@visskiss]

I saw the first video, bought the felt tape and the torx and then just put it off for years. Came back and noticed the new vid and I don’t even need the torx. Confirm it works on the 2018 model 3. Man it’s nice not having that rattle next to my left ear.

[@TheToastedChannel]

Thanks for the video. Did what you did in both videos and it worked! Used a little less tape so there wouldn’t be as much friction. I’m thinking hockey stick tape would work as well with less friction issues. But that’s the Canadian solution.

[@RobinmattJ]

I think you'd be very happy to know that they now put a couple felt tape strips in the seat belt mechanism on my '22 MYLR!! Was trying to figure out a rattle I had in that area and had added more felt, unfortunately looks like my issue was in the door panel.

[@EveryAmp]

Ha! Nice.

[@VolodyaKo]

Thank you! I just tried this method on my drivers side. It seems like the rattle noise disappeared but the cracking noise of cheap plastic is still there.

[@ericy.2108]

Thanks for this! It would be great if you could record the rattle before fixing it as well to make it easier for others to tell if they have the same issue or a different one.

[@visskiss]

There’s only one rattle by the seat belt adjuster and it’s glaringly obvious. If you have it you know it. This definitely fixed it.

[@frank118]

Thanks so much for this video. That rattle was driving me nuts.

[@johnmolloy4878]

Nice vid. Rattle is definitely more of an issue when it's hot out.

[@MaraxYTube]

For me its the opposite, when its cold plastic shrink and make gaps

[@erno5614]

Great video and apparently with just one take? Good job explaining! Very through and clear way to go over the problem and solution. I was expecting a channel intro after "and here's how to fix it" - wouldve fit there perfectly. Thanks a lot anyway 👍

[@coredumperror]

Thank you so much for this! I found this video months and months ago, bought the felt tape, and then forgot about it. I finally remembered to do the mod you describe, and it seems to have finally fixed that damnable rattle!

[@Vintage_Dave_T]

Thanks. I don’t notice a rattle yet, but haven’t moved the sliding adjustment. I’ll keep this in mind for when.

[@JWardellTechEV]

Thanks for taking the time to demonstrate and explain how to do this. I had read about it and bought felt a while ago, but never bothered to take the time to figure it out

[@YuNungPeng]

This really solved the noise bothers my a lot. Thank you so much for sharing this!

[@michaelhurley4066]

We have this exact rattle on both of our MY’s...one is worse than the other. Really annoying!! Thanks for making this video!!

[@spacenut999]

Thanks. I tried it this evening. That rattle was driving me nuts. FYI. I have a August, 2018 Model 3 and my clips are different than yours. The upper clips are actually horizontal versus yours being vertical. It was frustratingly difficult to get the top clips back engaged properly. Not only were they horizontal, but they seemed angled slightly downward.

[@visskiss]

Can confirm

[@pipopipi]

I also have this on my 21 M3. Struggling big time to put it back. Extremely frustrated and I might damage the lining if I'm not too careful. Do you have a tip on how to proceed?

[@visskiss]

@@pipopipi as I recall I started from the bottom and just eyeballed those top clips from the side as I inserted them. Don't apply too much pressure and definitely needs some upwards pressure before. Make sure your hands are clean and just keep at it. Not too much pressure and peep through the top sides as you install.

[@pipopipi]

@@visskiss thanks mate. I was ready to start from the top by loosening up the upper liner, but that would be tricky to realign afterwards. I will try your suggestion 👍

[@the_daily_ping]

@@pipopipi I just did this fix on my ‘21 M3. The top clips are too low to go straight in to their holes. I had tape off the area a use a long metal bar and slide it up between the adjuster plate and the trim piece to push the clip up from the inside. It was awful.

[@Dinoraptor101]

He fixes the car so gently I would trust him to work on mine!

[@DJNANNU559]

Best work. Tesla tech should learn from you. My car repaired 6 times dock never were able to fix issues. Fresno tesla service stations.

[@natebva]

Thanks for doing this video!! I purchased a 2021 MY LR a month ago and this rattle developed on the passenger side. It would not rattle if someone sat in the passenger seat. I was going nuts trying to find it. After seeing this video, I made a temporary "fix" by sliding a piece of 3M furniture pad in the upper left and right corners. This puts enough pressure on the cover to silence the rattle. I think I'll put in a service request for a mobile tech to rectify and use you video if they are not aware of the issue.

[@hinzelsgarage266]

2023 Tesla Model Y owner. I was having a similar rattle on passenger side so pulled off the cover. Looks like they have started adding felt tape in the factory now. My issue is that the inner piece wasnt properly on the track. Easy fix!

[@Mackie296]

Thanks!

[@disla25]

Thanks a lot, it's been bothering me for over a year!

[@brandonwatsonmedia]

Such a great, clear and concise video. Thank you for making this!

[@janosturk]

Perfect… exactly what I’m looking for

[@paulg8065]

Thanks, I used your link to buy the felt tape. I’ll tackle this annoying problem soon.

[@sniperd]

Tesla needs to hire you! :)

[@KAJ1701A]

Whoa! I was about to put my car in for service tomorrow for a rattling noise i hear sometime. Couldn’t tell where it was from, but I will try this first. Thanks!

[@JZainbear]

I have a rattle in my Model Y passenger door that goes away when I lower the window a little or when I lean on or push in the arm rest. Maybe a video on what it might be?

[@EveryAmp]

I had a similar rattle in the Model 3. See if this helps: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jnfKl3mYn8uDrNE

[@danieldavis6090]

Over time I’ve just realized I may as well get used to rattles. Never had a single car that didn’t have one and as soon as you fix one then another one pops up lol

[@williambodine4105]

Thanks for doing this. I will definitely give it a try. Am loving my new Model Y (VIN 85000ish) but the high number of rattles is for $60 grand plus, outrageous and really unnecessary. Its all the cheap, brittle plastic parts and coarse-screw fasteners. (Most of which are probably from outside suppliers who got the contract for the lowest price.) Quality isn't cheap, but bad quality is maybe even more expensive. Especially when you are trying to build credibility for a brand with no history. If rattle reduction (if not elimination) were part of the design process from the beginning, it should really reduce the problem. Just my $.02.

[@EveryAmp]

I'm with you that rattle reduction doesn't have to cost a lot and rattles really detract from the impression of quality. But at the same time, paying more for a car doesn't necessarily get you fewer rattles. See any number of exotic car brands there. Tesla is the king of performance, range, and technology for a reasonable price (for what it is), but not comfort, reliability, or quality. My ideal car is probably a Mercedes ride with Lexus reliability and quality and a Model S powertrain. Wishful thinking.

[@TAD-9]

Amazing content! Keep posting more fixes. They will become quite popular in the forums and Facebook groups!

[@macuser48]

Good job, well explained. Fortunately, my Model Y does not have any rattle from this piece. But, now I know how to fix it if it does.

[@chrissears2395]

I have this noise on a 02/24 Fremont MYLR on the passenger side.

[@Hoppervision]

Did the same thing in my Model 3. Now I'm getting a rattle from the back seat belt on my Model Y. Really annoying this is still a problem 3 years later.

[@biboKralle]

I really HATE that the Teslas rattle all over the place but I must say: it's one of the easiest cars I've had in terms of how easy it is to get underneath the respective interior trim panels that DO rattle. :D Also MUCH more info about it on the web than for other cars.

[@westondaniel]

My seatbelt buckle hits the pillar during bumps in my Y. I wrapped a rubber and around it. Fixed.

[@rwunsche]

Great video. My 1000 mile 2021 Model 3 has this same issue on both sides, mostly when the interior is cool. However, your fix didn't work. I took it apart for the third time and finally figured it out and wanted to share here for others to learn. Basically, the fabric covered outer piece, if you look on the inside, those plastic rails are actually a separate piece of plastic that has been permanently heat staked into place. My rattle was coming from between those two pieces. I jammed felt in between and it's completely gone! I'm sure you could also just use a few dabs of super glue instead. So blissfully quiet again!

[@Phanboy]

is it possible for you to take a picture or circle the heat staked piece?

[@Devillism11]

Would you be able to show me how to fix this problem? This fix in the video did not work for me!

[@k.thompson8549]

Unfortunately, while I can't afford a Tesla, I have the same issue on my Mazda 3 so I'm going to try this, or something very similar, thanks :).

[@rc-car-tv8530]

Thank you mate, Tesla has not managed to fix this, I have now.

[@the_amazing_hugo3975]

Thank you. I have this same problem in my new M3, and now I now how to solve it.

[@chrispetrillose]

Do you have a video of the noise it was making? I have a rattle that I can't track down. Trying to see if this is it or not.

[@huskydogg7536]

I'm on a 7000 mile road trip right now and this thing is DRIVING ME CRAZY. Do you know if this is something Tesla will fix for me, I hate playing with something that I depend on to save my life lol.

[@EveryAmp]

They didn't fix it for me, only replaced the trim piece with another that made the same rattle, but maybe things have changed since then.

[@Sixer-84]

Just tried this and I hope it works, the noise has been driving me nuts! Thank you for sharing.

[@מדינט]

Nice job, but Tesla should fix it in the production line.

[@ponsholm]

My 2020 M3 is making this noise and for the longest time I thought it was the headliner, but then I remembered this LivingTesla video. Time to adjust... Whatever happened to the old KZbin name by the way?

[@EveryAmp]

We couldn't trademark the name when we formed a corporation, so that started the change. Then shortly after Tesla came after another online store, so it was likely coming anyway.

[@seattledude2022]

I got the noise, I got what you mean, I just cannot do it , LOL. Very good

[@yamenphotography9595]

Hey , can i send you a video for the sound of rattle I'm suffering of because of it ?!

[@JTL159]

Excellent straight forward video! Thank you Michael!!!

[@kinseatv]

I fixed mine watching your video. Thank you!

[@iPigee]

So I ordered the felt link you have there. It came and I tried it but the tape if not felt. It’s just thing black tape. Do you have wrong link maybe?

[@EveryAmp]

The Amazon listing looks correct still, so there must be an issue with their inventory.

[@brianoverman3117]

Great video. -- have you seen or thought about getting an adjustable system for MS?

[@EveryAmp]

Haven't seen any modifications there

[@MrCat-rk9ir]

This helped me a lot. Thanks.

[@Sixer-84]

Oh my gosh. Exactly what I needed. Thank you!!!

[@jayt3914]

Nice video. Well explained!

[@justinlee3271]

Thank you so much mate. So helpful! :)

[@magarity12]

My Model 3 passenger seat belt rattles against door frame when no passenger which drives me crazy.

[@darwinsrat]

Same! I end up reaching over and buckling it across the empty seat.

[@magarity12]

@@darwinsrat Yeah I do that sometimes too.

[@EliasPinto]

Great content. Helped me!

[@allanwlarsen]

Very clear very thorough. thank you 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@stevehiner7392]

You could make a living soundproofing Tesla vehicles. They are rattle traps. You would think Tesla could invest a little time and money to significantly improve the driver experience by placing soundproofing in specific areas. They could do some research with current users to learn what they need to do. It wouldn’t increase the cost of the vehicle much but could make all the difference in the world.

[@MichaelCena08]

man tesla have rattle noises coming from everywhere! I gave up on fixing them already

[@biboKralle]

Best man in town! This helped!!!! :)

[@Tuck_Frump]

Thanks for showing us how to dance with the tiger, again.

[@TheCanada1]

Thanks. Great video.

[@wegetiteasy]

make more videos like this. awesome!

[@Lovemynanocube24]

Thank you so much

[@Rober_gsx]

Thanks, man!

[@drecoracing]

Thank you sir.

[@kenthjensen5980]

Thank you, excellent video

[@fidiak]

Grat, thank you

[@Only-Alpha-Can-Save]

Perfect

[@deealexander22]

Thank you!!🙌🏽

[@adityamody6833]

Works!!

[@theclutch19]

I love you man! Thanks!!