Recall 22V233 affects 7,289 2021-2022 Tesla Model X vehicles for a lowered-window side-curtain-air-bag defect. Repair is free at Tesla Service Centers.
Tesla is recalling 7,289 2021-2022 Model X vehicles because the left or right front-row side curtain air bags do not deploy as intended when the windows are lowered. Improper deployment can increase injury risk in a crash, and Tesla will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
In Tesla recall 22V233, the part at issue is the front row side curtain airbag on 2021-2022 Model X SUVs. This airbag is stored along the side of the cabin and deploys downward over the window area in a side impact or rollover-type crash. Its job is to help keep an occupant's head and body inside the vehicle opening, which is the protection covered by the ejection mitigation standard.
On affected Model X SUVs, the side curtain airbag deployment path does not meet that standard when the windows are lowered. Tesla testing found that some front row curtain airbags moved out of the required position during deployment. The replacement airbag uses extended tabs so the airbag rolls and deploys farther inboard, toward the cabin, where it provides the required coverage.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner will not hear, feel, or see this issue during normal driving because it only shows up during airbag deployment.
Who's affected?
Covers the 2021 and 2022 Model X, with both years tied to the same right-side front-row curtain air bag.
| 2021 Tesla Model X | side curtain air bag |
|---|---|
| 2022 Tesla Model X | side curtain air bag |
| Units affected | 7,289 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
Improper front-row side curtain air bag deployment can leave occupants with less crash protection and increase injury risk in a crash. If your VIN is included, schedule the air bag replacement soon and drive with extra care until it is done. Repair is free at any franchised Tesla dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2021-2022 Tesla Model X is included in this recall.
- Contact your nearest Tesla Service Center to schedule the free front-row side curtain air bag replacement that fixes the deployment problem when the windows are lowered.
- Bring the recall notice if Tesla mailed one. If not, reference recall number 22V233 when you call.
- Keep the front windows raised until the repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the service center, a Tesla technician replaces the left and right front row side curtain air bags covered by recall 22V233. Parts and labor are free under the recall. Out of pocket repairs already paid are handled through the new vehicle warranty, not through a separate reimbursement program, because all involved vehicles remain covered under that warranty. Ask the service desk how warranty coverage applies if you have prior repair paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| April 8, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 12, 2022 | Dealer notification began |
| April 12, 2022 | Dealer notification ended |
| June 7, 2022 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| June 7, 2022 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| August 16, 2022 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V233?
Recall 22V233 covers 7,289 2021-2022 Tesla Model X vehicles with front-row side curtain air bags that do not deploy as intended when the windows are lowered. Tesla Service Centers will replace the left and right front-row side curtain air bags for free.
What should I do if my 2021-2022 Tesla Model X is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Model X is included in recall 22V233. If it is, contact a Tesla Service Center to schedule replacement of the left and right front-row side curtain air bags. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Tesla Service Centers will replace the left and right front-row side curtain air bags free of charge under recall 22V233.
What is the safety risk?
Improper side curtain air bag deployment increases the risk of injury during a crash. This recall concerns the left or right front-row side curtain air bags when the windows are lowered, so confirm your VIN and arrange the free Tesla Service Center repair if your vehicle is included.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V233000 |
|---|---|
| Tesla customer service | 1-877-798-3752 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V233 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V233000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →