Tesla Model 3: Air bags — curtain

Affects Tesla Model 3 · 2020–2023 — about 3 vehicles.

The hazard

A twisted side curtain air bag may improperly deploy, increasing the risk of injury or occupant ejection during a crash.

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.

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