Tesla Model S recall (22V526000)

Tesla · United States Recall

NHTSA Campaign ID: 22V526000
Report Received: 2022-07-21
Manufacturer: Tesla, Inc.
Make: Tesla
Model(s): MODEL S
Model Year(s): 2022
Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Potentially Affected Units: 5

Defect Description

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2022 Model S vehicles. The front bumper carrier structure may alter the vehicle's crash detection, causing 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."

Consequence

A passenger air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury.

Remedy

Tesla Service will replace the front bumper carrier structure, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 19, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-10-006.

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