Front Air Bag Sensor Control problems of the 2021 Tesla Model 3

One problem related to front air bag sensor control has been reported for the 2021 Tesla Model 3. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2021 Tesla Model 3 based on all problems reported for the 2021 Model 3.

1 Front Air Bag Sensor Control problem

Failure Date: 07/22/2025

Correction: retrofit sbr in OCS equipped front passenger seat - remove and replace. First row - seat belt reminder sensor box clip (1130363-00-b), first row occupancy sensor(1099592-00-f) first row seat harness assembly - right hand (1489060- 03-g). This car has 69k miles and I'm informed this is out of warranty and has a cost of $696. 75 to repair on a car that is less than 4 years old. Saying the sensor failed is not accurate as the error does not exist unless there is someone in the passenger seat which tells me the sensor is working somewhat. Tesla will not inform me of what will and will not work in the event of a collision but that these items need to be replaced to ensure safety of occupant's. I am skeptical since safety is your number one concern and should be the concern of every auto manufacturer. Unless damage by the owner specifically, how and why is this not covered for the life of the vehicle?.


Other Air Bag related problems of the 2021 Tesla Model 3

Air Bag problems
7
Front Air Bag Sensor Control problems
1


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