TESLA MODEL S 2022: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 23V862000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| TESLA | MODEL S | 2022 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2024-02-17 | 2023-12-19 | 2023-12-20 |
Manufacturers Involved: Tesla, Inc.
Manufacturer Campaign Number: SB-23-00-009
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 120423
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: 214
Tesla, Inc. "Tesla" is recalling certain 2021-2023 Model S and X vehicles. The cabin doors can be unlocked during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 214, "Side Impact Protection."
An unlocked door may unlatch and open during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Tesla has released an over-the-air "OTA" software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 17, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-00-009.
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.
