NHTSA recall 25V-172: Air Bags

Tesla, Inc. · Reported March 20, 2025 · 3 affected model years

Air Bags recall

25V-172
March 20, 2025 · Tesla, Inc.
Problem
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.
Safety risk
An inoperative horn may prevent the driver from alerting other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign number25V172000
ManufacturerTesla, Inc.
Report dateMarch 20, 2025
ComponentAir Bags
Fixed over the airNo

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.

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Affected vehicles

2025 Tesla Model X3 recalls total2024 Tesla Model S6 recalls total2024 Tesla Model X8 recalls total

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