Recall
Tesla Model S — 22V526000
NHTSA ID
22V526000
Make
Tesla
Model
Model S
Years Affected
2022
Recall Date
2022-07-21
Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Units Affected
5
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
SB-22-10-006
Summary
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.