Air bags: frontalRecall 23V-743 · Tesla vehicles
Tesla, Inc. recall 23V-743 covers 194 Tesla vehicles for a air bags: frontal problem, reported to NHTSA on November 3, 2023. The manufacturer's latest report (2025 Q4) shows 76% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 23V743000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Model S and Model X vehicles. An incorrect air bag may have been installed when the steering yoke or round steering wheel was replaced with a different style of yoke or steering wheel.
The risk
An air bag that is not designed to function with the replacement steering yoke or wheel may deploy incorrectly, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
The fix
Tesla Service will inspect and replace the driver air bag as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 2, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-20-005.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
76%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.