Tesla, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #17V023000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 17V023000 by Tesla, Inc.. Includes 2,997 affected units, Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Rupture, component: AIR BAGS, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Tesla motors, inc. (tesla) is recalling all 2012 model s vehicles. these vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. in the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the frontal air bags, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.

Corrective Action

Tesla will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag, free of charge. the recall began september 12, 2017. owners may contact tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 17V023000

Manufacturer: Tesla, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2017-01-10T00:00:00

Subject: Passenger frontal air bag inflator may rupture

Component: Air Bags

Potentially Affected Units: 2,997

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Tesla motors, inc. (tesla) is recalling all 2012 model s vehicles. these vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. in the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the frontal air bags, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.

Consequence Summary: An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Corrective Action: Tesla will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag, free of charge. the recall began september 12, 2017. owners may contact tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 99.17

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NHTSA ID: 17V023000

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