2022 Tesla Model S: Air Bags recall
NHTSA campaign 22V526000 · 5 units potentially affected · filed Jul 21, 2022
What's wrong
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."
Why it matters
A passenger air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury.
The fix
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.
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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 22V526000
- Manufacturer no.
- SB-22-10-006
- Manufacturer
- Tesla, Inc.
- Component
- AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
- Units affected
- 5
- Report received
- Jul 21, 2022
- Owner letters
- Sep 19, 2022
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.
Vehicles covered
- Tesla Model S 2022