The contact owns a 2016 Tesla Model S. The contact stated that while her son was driving 20 MPH, there was a loud pop coming from the vehicle, and the vehicle started veering to the right and crashed into a parked vehicle and then crashed into a second parked vehicle. The contact's son exited the vehicle and became aware that the passenger's side front tire was turned outwards. Additionally, the driver noticed significant damage under the wheel, and suspension component were loose. The air bags did not deploy. The vehicle was towed to the residence. A police report was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 154,000.
2016 Tesla Model S: airbags did not deploy in a crash
7 of the 652 complaints about the 2016 Tesla Model S describe airbags did not deploy in a crash.
- owner complaints
- 7
- of this car's complaints
- 1%
- typical mileage
- 33,000
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall and 2 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
Airbags did not deploy in a crash by model year
What owners say
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 tesla model s. The contact stated that a year ago, while trying to exit the parking lot, the gear was put in drive, however, the vehicle accelerated backwards and crashed into the vehicle behind. There was no injury. There was not police report. The vehicle was damaged but was not towed. The failure the air bag did not deploy. The recurred recently as the contact attempted to park between two vehicles the vehicle went in reverse and crashed into the vehicle on the left. The contact was not sure of any warning. The dealer was not called in either cases. The manufacturer was not made aware of any of failures. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 33,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 tesla model s. The contact stated while entering the garage at the residence, the vehicle independently accelerated. The vehicle struck a wall and a water heater. There were no injuries sustained. The contact stated that the air bags failed to deploy. There were no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to local dealer tesla service center located at 68080 perez rd, cathedral city, ca 92234, where they were unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was repaired. The contact stated on january 23,2020, she selected the feature to automatic park her vehicle, but while the vehicle was reversing it impacted another vehicle. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired as of yet. The manufacturer had been informed of failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
Tesla in the junkyard: https://www.copart.com/lot/25226748/photos no crash, no impact damage, no airbags deployed. Just the usual wheel fallen off. Please investigate. Thank you. Persistent citizen
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 tesla model s. The contact stated that while driving at 75 MPH, the auto pilot engaged on its own and the contact was unable to turn it off. As a result, the contact crashed into a barrier wall as he was able to place the vehicle back into manuel mode. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact did not sustained any injuries. A police report was not filed. The vehicle was not towed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 15,000.
I was attempting to park in front of a retail business when the car suddenly and unexpectedly accelerated. I believe this accident was caused by a malfunction or glitch in the vehicles troubled software for driver assist and/or safety features. Features which are unique to tesla. The sudden and unexpected acceleration happened with no input to the accelerator pedal. I was lightly braking, intent on coming to a complete stop. I had nearly completed the parking maneuver when the car raced forward, jumped a curb, knocked down a handicapped parking sign, traveled across a walkway and smashed into the front of the business. This happened so fast, I didnt realize what occurred until I could gather my thoughts after the incident. No audible or visual warning of an impending collision were heard or seen. No airbags deployed. Fortunately no one inside the business, no pedestrian nor myself were injured. This could have been a trajic accident. My tesla sustained over $25,000 in damage and is still in the repair shop. As of this date, no claim has been settled for repairs to the business property. I have uploaded a photo showing the end result of the event.
Another tesla in the salvage yard. Https://m.iaai.com/vehicledetenc.aspx?auctionid=0&itemid=23505090&rowid=2&pagesource=vehicleresults# no impact damage, no airbags deployed but the air suspension has collapsed causing all wheels to jam up in the wheel wells and the back wheel and suspension has torn completely away. The tire is peeled off the rim and the tread is worn down indicating the car was still driving when the damage occurred. Please investigate
Service bulletins that may apply
Related recalls
Air bags: frontal: passenger side: inflator module
- What is wrong
- Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling all 2014-2016 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 began May 29, 2019. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1‑877‑798‑3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-19-20-001.
Recall number 19V002000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2016 Tesla Model S no deployment
Is airbags did not deploy in a crash a common problem on the 2016 Tesla Model S?
7 of 652 owner complaints about the 2016 Tesla Model S (1%) mention airbags did not deploy in a crash. The model year with the most reports is 2016.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2016 Tesla Model S?
There is 1 recall and 2 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2016 Tesla Model S
Backup camera 66Ball joint 48Screen failure 34Headlights 26Sudden acceleration 25Adaptive cruise 16Grinding brakes 15Door locks 13Jerking 10Power steering loss 9Loss of power 8Overheating 7Engine failure 5Harsh shifting 5Lane assist 5Shudder 5Stalling 5
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