Tesla Recalls More Vehicles for Faulty Passenger Airbag Inflators
Tesla Recalls More Vehicles for Faulty Passenger Airbag Inflators

Tesla has recalled thousands of vehicles due to faulty passenger airbag inflators. The company recalled 17,846 model year 2013 Model S sedans equipped with Takata airbag inflators. This is in addition to the 2012 Model S vehicles that were recalled last January.

Tesla reports that it has replaced the faulty passenger airbag inflators in 90% of the affected 2012 vehicles. The company has just begun the process for replacing the 2013 models. Owners will be contacted when it is time to schedule their repair.

More Tesla Vehicles Will be Recalled Down the Road

Eventually, the automaker will have to recall every Model S between model years 2012 and 2016 to replace the Takata airbag inflators. Until the vehicles are recalled, Tesla says it is safe to drive them. The dangerous chemical in the airbag inflators deteriorates over time, so the affected vehicles should be fixed before they become dangerous.

So far, there have been no reports of adverse events related to Takata airbags in Tesla vehicles.

“Remember that if you receive notification that your vehicle has been recalled, it is important to schedule the repair as soon as possible,” said Attorney Walter Clark, founder of Walter Clark Legal Group.

Our firm has been handling personal injury cases throughout the California Low Desert and High Desert communities for over 30 years. With a 95% success rate, the California personal injury attorneys at Walter Clark Legal Group will fight to hold those responsible for your loss accountable and win compensation to cover medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. If you have been injured by a defective product and want to discuss your legal options, contact us today at for a free consultation with an experienced personal injury lawyer. We have offices in Indio, Rancho Mirage, Victorville, and Yucca Valley and represent clients through the entire California Low Desert and High Desert communities.

DISCLAIMER: The Walter Clark Legal Group blog is intended for general information purposes only and is not intended as legal or medical advice. References to laws are based on general legal practices and vary by location. Information reported comes from secondary news sources. We do handle these types of cases, but whether or not the individuals and/or loved ones involved in these accidents choose to be represented by a law firm is a personal choice we respect. Should you find any of the information incorrect, we welcome you to contact us with corrections.

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