The problem
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Model X vehicles. The left or right front-row side curtain air bags may not deploy as intended when the windows are lowered. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."
The risk
Improper side curtain air bag deployment can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
The fix
Tesla Service Centers will replace the left and right front-row side curtain air bags, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 16, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-20-003.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 22V-233 (22V233000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | SB-22-20-003 |
| Manufacturer | Tesla, Inc. |
| Component | Air bags › Side/window › Curtain |
| Report date | April 8, 2022 |
| Owners notified | August 16, 2022 |
| Vehicles affected | 7,289 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the air bags
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 22V-233 repair free?
Yes. Tesla dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Tesla Service Centers will replace the left and right front-row side curtain air bags, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 16, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 7,289 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.