NHTSA recall record

Tesla air bags recall — NHTSA campaign 25V172000

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Model S and 2021-2025 Model X vehicles. An air bag with the incorrect horn pad may have been installed,…

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25V172000official record ID
Mar 19, 2025report date

Recall record at a glance

Official record25V172000
CategoryVehicle Recalls
Recalling firmTesla, Inc.
ComponentAIR BAGS
Report dateMar 19, 2025
LocationUnited States

What the recall covers

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Model S and 2021-2025 Model X vehicles. An air bag with the incorrect horn pad may have been installed, preventing the horn from sounding.

Potential consequence

An inoperative horn may prevent the driver from alerting other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy described by NHTSA

Tesla service will inspect and install an air bag with the correct horn pad as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 20, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-25-20-001.

Vehicle pages currently linked in our database

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Additional NHTSA notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.

What to do next

Use the NHTSA recall lookup with your VIN for the most precise vehicle-specific result, then follow the remedy instructions provided by the manufacturer or an authorized dealer. A model-level campaign page cannot confirm whether a particular VIN is affected.

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