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Recall 23V-743

Tesla, Inc. recalled the 2021 to 2024 Tesla Model S and 1 other model: Steering (steering wheel/handle bar); Air bags (frontal).

At a glance

Campaign number
23V-743
Reported
November 3, 2023
Vehicles affected
194 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

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 fix

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-[removed]. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-20-005.

Notes from the manufacturer

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]

Affected vehicles