2024 Tesla Model S recalls
Safety recalls listed by NHTSA
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A recall on the model year does not always mean your car is affected. Your VIN decides. Confirm open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
All 6 2024 Tesla Model S recalls, newest first
Mar 19, 2025Air BagsTesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021 to 2024 Model S and 2021 to 2025 Model X vehicles. An air bag with the incorrect horn pad may have been installed, preventing the horn from sounding.
Risk: An inoperative horn may prevent the driver from alerting other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
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 SB25 20001.
NHTSA campaign 25V172000 · Tesla, Inc.
Jan 7, 2025Back Over Prevention, SoftwareTesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 to 2025 Model 3, Model S, 2023 to 2025 Model X, and Model Y vehicles. The computer circuit board may short, resulting in the loss of the rearview camera image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Tesla released an over the air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Tesla will also identify any vehicles that experienced a circuit board failure, or stress that may lead to a circuit board failure, and replace the affected computers, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 7, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1 877 798 3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB25 00001.
NHTSA campaign 25V002000 · Tesla, Inc.
Dec 24, 2024Air Bags, FrontalTesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021 to 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 requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 208, "Occupant Crash Protection" and 212, "Windshield Mounting."
Risk: A torn air bag may not adequately protect an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Tesla service will replace the air bag assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 21, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1 877 798 3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB24 20001.
NHTSA campaign 24V967000 · Tesla, Inc.
Jul 24, 2024Latches/locks/linkages, HoodOver the air fixTesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021 to 2024 Model 3, Model S, Model X, and 2020 to 2024 Model Y vehicles. The hood latch assembly may fail to detect an unlatched hood condition after the hood has been opened.
Risk: An unlatched hood can fully open, obstructing the driver's view and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Tesla has released an over the air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 24, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1 877 798 3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB24 00012.
NHTSA campaign 24V554000 · Tesla, Inc.
May 28, 2024Seat Belts, FrontOver the air fixTesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012 to 2024 Model S, 2015 to 2024 Model X, 2017 to 2023 Model 3, and 2020 to 2023 Model Y vehicles. In the event of an unbelted driver, the seat belt warning light and audible chime may not activate as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk: A seat belt warning system that fails to alert occupants of an unbelted seat belt can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Fix: Tesla will release an over the air (OTA) software update. Owner notification letters were mailed July 26, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1 877 798 3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB24 00008.
NHTSA campaign 24V376000 · Tesla, Inc.
Nov 3, 2023Steering, Steering Wheel/handle BarTesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021 to 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.
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.
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 SB23 20005.
NHTSA campaign 23V743000 · Tesla, Inc.
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FAQ
Does the 2024 Tesla Model S have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2024 Tesla Model S. Not every car of this model year is affected, so check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.
How do I check if my 2024 Tesla Model S has an open recall?
Enter your 17 character VIN in the NHTSA lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call any franchised dealer of the brand. The VIN check tells you which recalls are still open on your exact car.
Are recall repairs free?
Yes. Under federal law the manufacturer must fix a safety recall for free at an authorized dealer, no matter who owns the car or how old it is. Some recalls on very old vehicles may be limited, so ask the dealer.
How long does a recall repair take?
Most recall fixes take under two hours once the dealer has the parts. When parts are short the dealer may need weeks, and for do not drive recalls they often offer a loaner or towing.