2023 Tesla Model 3 | 2020 Tesla Model 3 | 2021 Tesla Model 3 — Air bags: side/window: curtain
Published October 26, 2021 · Recall initiated: October 25, 2021
Summary
NHTSA records recall 21V834000, published October 26, 2021 and initiated October 25, 2021. Recalling firm: Tesla, Inc.; 2023 Tesla Model 3 | 2020 Tesla Model 3 | 2021 Tesla Model 3 — Air bags: side/window: curtain.
What's the hazard
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2021, 2023 Model 3 vehicles. The left and/or right side curtain air bag may have been improperly secured to the roof rail, which could result in a twisted air bag. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 214, "Side Impact Protection" and 226, "Ejection Mitigation."
What to do
Tesla Service will inspect and realign the left and right side curtain air bag as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 23, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-20-006.
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Recall details
- Brand
- TESLA
- Model
- MODEL 3
- Manufacturer
- Tesla, Inc.
- Lot
- 2023 TESLA MODEL 3 | 2020 TESLA MODEL 3 | 2021 TESLA MODEL 3
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2023 Tesla Model 3 | 2020 Tesla Model 3 | 2021 Tesla Model 3 — Air bags: side/window: curtain recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 21V834000 on October 26, 2021. Reported hazard: Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2021, 2023 Model 3 vehicles. The left and/or right side curtain air bag may have been improperly secured to the roof rail, which could result in a twisted air bag. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 214, "Side Impact Protection" and 226, "Ejection Mitigation."
What should I do if I have this product?
Tesla Service will inspect and realign the left and right side curtain air bag as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 23, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-20-006.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: TESLA. Model: MODEL 3.