Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:CUSHION
Manufacturer
Tesla, Inc.
What Happened
The driver's air bag in your Model S or Model X is designed to protect you in a crash. In some 2021-2025 models, this air bag might not deploy correctly because it could tear open during deployment.
Risk if Unfixed
If the air bag tears open, it might not work properly in a crash, which could lead to serious injury or harm to you or your passenger.
Free Fix
Tesla will replace the air bag assembly in your vehicle at no cost to you. You already received a recall notice by mail on February 21, 2025, but you should contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752 to schedule the fix.
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Original — What Happened
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."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A torn air bag may not adequately protect an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
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.
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