Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Model S and 2021-2025 Model X vehicles. An air bag with the incorrect horn pad may have been installed, preventing the horn from sounding.
Risk if Unfixed
An inoperative horn may prevent the driver from alerting other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Tesla service will inspect and install an air bag with the correct horn pad as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 20, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-25-20-001.
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."
Risk if Unfixed
A torn air bag may not adequately protect an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Free Fix
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.
AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
Manufacturer
Tesla, Inc.
What Happened
Tesla is recalling your vehicle to update the software in the restraint control module to prevent a potential issue with the front passenger air bag deploying incorrectly in low-speed crashes.
Risk if Unfixed
If the air bag doesn't deploy as intended, you could be at higher risk of injury in a crash.
Free Fix
Tesla will update the software in your vehicle for free, either by sending you an over-the-air update or by scheduling a visit to a Tesla service center. You should check your email or mail for a notification letter with instructions, or contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.
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Original — What Happened
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Model X vehicles. The restraint control module (RCM) calibration may cause the front passenger air bag to deploy incorrectly during certain low speed crashes. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A passenger air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury during a crash.
Original — Remedy
Tesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update to recalibrate the RCM, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2023. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-015.
Your 2021-2022 Model X's side curtain air bags might not work properly when the windows are lowered.
Risk if Unfixed
If your air bags don't deploy correctly, you could get hurt more seriously in a crash.
Free Fix
Tesla will replace the left and right front-row side curtain air bags for free at their Service Centers. You've likely already been notified, but you can contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752 for more information and to schedule the fix.
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Original — 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."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Improper side curtain air bag deployment can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Original — Remedy
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.
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021 Model X and Model S vehicles. The driver's air bag cushion may tear during deployment.
Risk if Unfixed
A torn air bag may not adequately protect an occupant in a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
Free Fix
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.