TESLA MODEL S 2021: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:CUSHION

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 21V868000

Make Model Year
TESLA MODEL S 2021
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2022-01-07 2021-11-09 2021-11-10

Manufacturers Involved: Tesla, Inc.

Manufacturer Campaign Number: SB-21-20-007

Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:CUSHION

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 7600

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Tesla, Inc. "Tesla" is recalling certain 2021 Model X and Model S vehicles. The driver's air bag cushion may tear during deployment.

Consequence

A torn air bag may not adequately protect an occupant in a crash, increasing their risk of injury.

Remedy

Tesla Service will replace the driver's air bag, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 7, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-20-007.

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 www.nhtsa.gov.