Recall 23V743000

STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR

Report Date
20231103
Component
STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
Affected Vehicles
8 models

Defect Description

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.

Safety Consequence

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.

Remedy

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 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-20-005.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2021 TESLA MODEL S
2021 TESLA MODEL X
2022 TESLA MODEL S
2022 TESLA MODEL X
2023 TESLA MODEL S
2023 TESLA MODEL X
2024 TESLA MODEL S
2024 TESLA MODEL X

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.