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The short version
Tesla Motors, Inc. reported a problem with the passenger side inflator module. Here is what owners need to know.
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.
An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Tesla will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag, free of charge.
Affected vehicles
These model years are included in NHTSA campaign 17V-023.
| YEAR RANGE | MODEL |
|---|---|
| 2012 | Tesla Model S |
What changed
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