TESLA MODEL X 2021: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 23V743000

Make Model Year
TESLA MODEL X 2021
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2024-01-02 2023-11-03 2023-11-06

Manufacturers Involved: Tesla, Inc.

Manufacturer Campaign Number: SB-23-20-005

Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 159

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Tesla, Inc. "Tesla" is recalling certain 2021-2023 Model S and Model X vehicles. An incorrect air bag may have been installed when the steering yoke or round steering wheel was replaced with a different style of yoke or steering wheel.

Consequence

An air bag that is not designed to function with the replacement steering yoke or wheel may deploy incorrectly, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

Remedy

Tesla Service will inspect and replace the driver air bag as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 2, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-20-005.

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.