Recall 26V445000: Tesla, Inc., air bags:knee bolster
Reported 2026-07-07 · vehicle recall · 15 units
Problem
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2026 Model Y and 2024 Model 3 vehicles. The vehicles were originally built for a foreign market and do not have knee air bags, may not be equipped with certain interior safety countermeasures, and may not have been tested for bumper impact resistance procedures. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers, 208, "Occupant Crash Protection," 201, "Occupant Protection in Interior Impact," and Part 581, "Bumper Standards."
Risk
A noncompliant vehicle may have reduced occupant protections, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Tesla will repurchase noncompliant vehicles currently registered in the United States, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 5, 2026. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752 or resolutions@tesla.com. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-26-00-004.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| TESLA | MODEL 3 | 2024 |
| TESLA | MODEL Y | 2026 |
| Manufacturer campaign | SB-26-00-004 |
|---|---|
| Initiated by | MFR |
| Owner letters | not yet dated |
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