AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
What could happen
An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
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.
Remedy
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.
Models and years in the notice
2012
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