NHTSA recall 23V743000
Air bags › Frontal
Tesla Model S and 1 more
Reported Nov 3, 2023194 vehicles affectedTesla, Inc.Maker’s number SB-23-20-005
The defect
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Model S and Model X vehicles. An incorrect air bag may have been installed when the steering yoke or round steering wheel was replaced with a different style of yoke or steering wheel.
The risk
An air bag that is not designed to function with the replacement steering yoke or wheel may deploy incorrectly, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
The remedy
Tesla Service will inspect and replace the driver air bag as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 2, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-20-005.
Air bags › FrontalSteering › Steering wheel/handle bar