Is the 2022 TESLA Model X safe to drive?

The 2022 TESLA Model X has 1 open safety recall. While the vehicle may still be driven, owners should contact an authorized dealership to schedule free repairs for any outstanding recalls. Some recalls, especially those classified as critical or high severity, may pose significant safety risks.

What is the AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN recall for the 2022 TESLA Model X? (Campaign #22V233000)

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Model X vehicles. The left or right front-row side curtain air bags may not deploy as intended when the windows are lowered. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 226, "Ejection Mitigation." Improper side curtain air bag deployment can increase the risk of injury during a crash. Tesla Service Centers will replace the left and right front-row side curtain air bags, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 16, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-20-003.

NHTSA Campaign 22V233000 Recall Details

Component

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN

What Happened

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Model X vehicles. The left or right front-row side curtain air bags may not deploy as intended when the windows are lowered. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."

Risk if Unfixed

Improper side curtain air bag deployment can increase the risk of injury during a crash.

Free Fix

Tesla Service Centers will replace the left and right front-row side curtain air bags, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 16, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-20-003.

Campaign 22V233000

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN

Affected Vehicles