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2022 Tesla Model S recall: frontal

Tesla, Inc. reported this safety recall on July 21, 2022. It covers about 5 vehicles.

vehicles affected
5
reported
Jul 21, 2022
owners notified
Sep 19, 2022
related complaints
4

Air bags: frontal

What is 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."
Risk
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.

Recall number 22V526000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 4 complaints about airbags problems.

2022 Tesla Model S

Questions about recall 22V526000

Is there a recall on the 2022 Tesla Model S frontal?

Yes. Recall 22V526000, reported on July 21, 2022, covers about 5 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 22V526000?

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.

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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