NHTSA recall 22V526000
Air Bags · Tesla, Inc.
Details
What's wrong: Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2022 Model S vehicles. The front bumper carrier structure may alter the vehicle's crash detection, causing the front passenger air bag to deploy incorrectly during certain low speed crashes. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "occupant crash protection."
Why it matters: A passenger air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury.
The fix: Tesla service will replace the front bumper carrier structure, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 19, 2022.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
2022 Tesla Model S.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 22V526000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.