2016 Tesla Model S | 2014 Tesla Model S | 2015 Tesla Model S — Air bags: frontal: passenger side: inflator module
Published January 31, 2019 · Recall initiated: January 7, 2019
Summary
NHTSA records recall 19V002000, published January 31, 2019 and initiated January 7, 2019. Recalling firm: Tesla, Inc.; 2016 Tesla Model S | 2014 Tesla Model S | 2015 Tesla Model S — Air bags: frontal: passenger side: inflator module.
What's the hazard
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.
What to do
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.
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Recall details
- Brand
- TESLA
- Model
- MODEL S
- Manufacturer
- Tesla, Inc.
- Lot
- 2016 TESLA MODEL S | 2014 TESLA MODEL S | 2015 TESLA MODEL S
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2016 Tesla Model S | 2014 Tesla Model S | 2015 Tesla Model S — Air bags: frontal: passenger side: inflator module recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 19V002000 on January 31, 2019. Reported hazard: 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.
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 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.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: TESLA. Model: MODEL S.