NHTSA Recall 24V967000
Filed by Tesla, Inc.. Component: Air Bags. Reported 2024-12-23. An estimated 487 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Model S and Model X vehicles. The driver's air bag could tear during deployment. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 208, "Occupant Crash Protection" and 212, "Windshield Mounting."
Risk
A torn air bag may not adequately protect an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
What the manufacturer will do
Tesla service will replace the air bag assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 21, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-20-001.
Manufacturer campaign number: SB-24-20-001
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.