A problem with the 'power steering assist' feature has prompted Tesla to recall more than 376,000 cars.
Duffy, a 53-year-old former Wisconsin congressman and reality TV star, was approved on a 77-22 vote in the Senate.
Five crashes and two injuries were reported related to the issue, but no fatalities.
Under the new rule, outboard front-seat passengers also must get a warning if they don’t fasten their belts.
Under the order, an independent third party will oversee the automaker’s recall performance obligations for at least three years.
The investigation covers roughly 2.4 million Teslas from the 2016 through 2024 model years.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), approximately 46% of all car seats are installed incorrectly.
Ford has issued a recall for over 550,000 2014 F-150 pickups due to a transmission issue.
Tesla has announced a recall for Cybertrucks due to problems with windshield wiper motors and trim pieces.
Tesla is not aware of any crashes or injuries related to the issue.