NHTSA recall 21V-868: Air Bags

Tesla, Inc. · Reported November 9, 2021 · 2 affected model years

Air Bags recall

21V-868
November 9, 2021 · Tesla, Inc.
Problem
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021 Model X and Model S vehicles. The driver's air bag cushion may tear during deployment.
Safety risk
A torn air bag may not adequately protect an occupant in a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy
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.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign number21V868000
ManufacturerTesla, Inc.
Report dateNovember 9, 2021
ComponentAir Bags
Fixed over the airNo

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.

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Affected vehicles

2021 Tesla Model S24 recalls total2021 Tesla Model X24 recalls total

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