Tesla Model S: Air bags — inflator module

Affects Tesla Model S · 2013 — about 18K vehicles.

The hazard

An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

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.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational