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2013 Tesla Model S recall: inflator module

Tesla, Inc. reported this safety recall on January 9, 2018. It covers about 17,846 vehicles.

vehicles affected
17,846
reported
Jan 9, 2018
owners notified
Feb 28, 2018
related complaints
8

Air bags: frontal: passenger side: inflator module

What is wrong
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling all 2013 Model S vehicles equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
Risk
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Tesla will notify owners, and Tesla Service Centers will replace the passenger frontal air bag modules, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in March 2018. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1‑877‑798‑3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-18-20-001.

Recall number 18V031000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 8 complaints about airbags problems.

2013 Tesla Model S

Questions about recall 18V031000

Is there a recall on the 2013 Tesla Model S inflator module?

Yes. Recall 18V031000, reported on January 9, 2018, covers about 17,846 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 18V031000?

Tesla will notify owners, and Tesla Service Centers will replace the passenger frontal air bag modules, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in March 2018. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1‑877‑798‑3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-18-20-001.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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