2013 Tesla Model S — Air bags: frontal: passenger side: inflator module
Published January 12, 2018 · Recall initiated: January 9, 2018
Summary
NHTSA records recall 18V031000, published January 12, 2018 and initiated January 9, 2018. Recalling firm: Tesla, Inc.; 2013 Tesla Model S — Air bags: frontal: passenger side: inflator module.
What's the hazard
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.
What to do
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.
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Recall details
- Brand
- TESLA
- Model
- MODEL S
- Manufacturer
- Tesla, Inc.
- Lot
- 2013 TESLA MODEL S
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2013 Tesla Model S — Air bags: frontal: passenger side: inflator module recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 18V031000 on January 12, 2018. Reported hazard: 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.
What should I do if I have this product?
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.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: TESLA. Model: MODEL S.