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NHTSA Recall 24V967000: Cushion (air bags)

Tesla, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 487 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Tesla Model S.

487
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2025
owners notified (February 21)
NHTSA campaign24V967000
Manufacturer campaignSB-24-20-001
ComponentAIR BAGS › FRONTAL › DRIVER SIDE › CUSHION
Report receivedDecember 23, 2024
Owner notificationFebruary 21, 2025
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Model S and Model X vehicles. The driver's air bag could tear during deployment. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 208, "Occupant Crash Protection" and 212, "Windshield Mounting."

Safety risk

A torn air bag may not adequately protect an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Tesla service will replace the air bag assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 21, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-20-001.

Notes

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 nhtsa.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 24V967000

Make and modelModel years
Tesla Model S2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025
Tesla Model X2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.