NHTSA recall history

2021 Tesla Model S Recalls

Review 24 NHTSA recall campaigns reported for this model-year combination, including components, consequences, remedies and official campaign numbers.

24recall campaigns
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWAREmost common component
May 5, 2026latest campaign date
Aug 18, 2026last NHTSA check
Common recalled components
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE 4AIR BAGS 2LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH 2ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING:SOFTWARE 2BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE 1AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:CUSHION 1
Campaign timeline
20261 campaign
20251 campaign
20245 campaigns
20234 campaigns
202210 campaigns
20213 campaigns
Official campaigns

2021 Tesla Model S recall campaigns

Open a campaign for the reported problem, consequence, remedy and official NHTSA campaign number.

VehicleMar 19, 2025

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, preventing the horn from sounding.

air bagsTesla, Inc.
VehicleDec 24, 2024

Tesla cushion recall — NHTSA campaign 24V967000

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Model S and Model X vehicles. The driver's air bag could tear during deployment. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the…

cushionTesla, Inc.
VehicleJul 24, 2024

Tesla latch recall — NHTSA campaign 24V554000

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Model 3, Model S, Model X, and 2020-2024 Model Y vehicles. The hood latch assembly may fail to detect an unlatched hood condition after…

latchTesla, Inc.
VehicleJul 14, 2023

Tesla front recall — NHTSA campaign 23V488000

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Model S and Model X vehicles. The front-row seat belts may not be connected properly to the pretensioner anchors, which can cause the seat…

frontTesla, Inc.
VehicleNov 1, 2022

Tesla exterior recall — NHTSA campaign 22E092000

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021 Model S exterior side rearview mirrors, part numbers: 1622232-00-B and 1622233-00-B. The driver side exterior rearview mirrors are convex…

exteriorTesla, Inc.
VehicleMay 3, 2022

Tesla display function recall — NHTSA campaign 22V296000

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Model S, Model X, and 2022 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles operating certain firmware releases. The infotainment central processing unit…

display functionTesla, Inc.
VehicleDec 21, 2021

Model S latch recall — NHTSA campaign 21V00B000

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2014-2021 Model S vehicles. The front trunk latch assembly may be misaligned, preventing the secondary hood latch from engaging. As such, these…

latchTesla, Inc.
VehicleOct 29, 2021

Tesla camera recall — NHTSA campaign 21V846000

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Model S, Model 3, Model X, and 2020-2021 Model Y vehicles operating software version 2021.36.5.2. A communication error may cause false…

cameraTesla, Inc.
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About 2021 Tesla Model S recall results

This page groups NHTSA campaigns returned for the 2021 Tesla Model S so you can compare the reported problem, possible consequence, remedy and campaign number in one place.

A model-level result cannot establish whether a specific VIN is affected or whether a repair has already been completed. Use the official NHTSA VIN lookup or contact the manufacturer for vehicle-specific confirmation.

Vehicle recall FAQ

2021 Tesla Model S recall questions

Answers are based on the NHTSA campaign history currently available on this page.

How many recalls are listed for the 2021 Tesla Model S?

This page currently lists 24 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns returned for the 2021 Tesla Model S.

What is the latest 2021 Tesla Model S recall campaign on this page?

The latest campaign currently shown is Tesla back over prevention software recall — NHTSA campaign 26V283000, reported May 5, 2026.

Which component appears most often in 2021 Tesla Model S recalls?

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE is the most frequent component in the campaigns currently listed here, appearing in 4 campaigns.

Does a 2021 Tesla Model S recall page confirm my VIN is affected?

No. Model-year recall history cannot confirm whether a specific VIN has an open recall. Use the official NHTSA recall lookup with your VIN or license plate.

Are other Tesla Model S model years available?

Yes. Recall pages are currently available for 2024, 2023, 2022, 2019.