Air bagsRecall 25V-172 · Tesla vehicles

Tesla, Inc. recall 25V-172 covers 91 Tesla vehicles for a air bags problem, reported to NHTSA on March 19, 2025. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q2) shows 73% of affected vehicles repaired.

73%
Vehicles repaired66 of 91 · 2026 Q2
Vehicles affected912 models
ReportedMar 19, 2025Owners notified May 20, 2025
Complaints since39Same system, after the recall

Source: NHTSA recall 25V172000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.

What's wrong

The problem

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.

The risk

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

What to do

The fix

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.

Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Repair progress

How fast cars are being fixed

73%repaired

Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.

0%50%100%2025 Q22026 Q2
2 models

Vehicles in this recall