Tesla Model Y and Model 3
Tesla recalls certain 2026 Model Y and 2024 Model 3 vehicles lacking knee air bags and other safety features.
Contact Tesla or your local dealer to schedule a free inspection and remedy. Do not delay — reduced occupant protection increases crash injury risk.
Recall at a glance
- Vehicles affected
- 15
- Repair cost
- Free of charge
- Owner letters expected
- September 5, 2026
- Manufacturer's recall number
- SB-26-00-004
- Manufacturer phone
- 1-877-798-3752
Why it was recalled
Tesla is recalling certain 2026 Model Y and 2024 Model 3 vehicles originally built for a foreign market. These vehicles lack knee air bags, may not have certain interior safety countermeasures, and may not have been tested for bumper impact resistance, failing to comply with FMVSS 208, 201, and Part 581. Reduced occupant protections increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Is mine affected?
This recall covers specific vehicles. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or check with the manufacturer to confirm yours is included.
TESLA MODEL Y (2024-2026), AIR BAGS
Where it was sold
Distributed nationwide.
Timeline
- Reported to NHTSA
- Listed on Recall Canary
- Summary updated
Other Air Bag Defect recalls
Other recent recalls from Tesla, Inc.
Editorial summary by Recall Canary · summary updated 2026-08-20 · primary source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration · severity reflects the agency's published classification