Table 1 shows one common air bag related problems of the 2023 Tesla Model 3.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Air Bag problems |
There's a problem with the airbags, and the steering wheel is hard to turn.
During a major car accident the airbags for my Tesla, Model 3, 2023 did not deploy airbags although other impacted cars had full airbags deployed. This posed a risk to my safety as a driver due to not having the proper equipment deployed during a major accident. This was noticed by the emergency personnel on the scene who stated that based on my impact the airbags should have been activated from my collision. According to the safety records associated with my car to date there are no safety reports regarding the airbags for my car. There was no warning of my airbags not being able to be fully functioning at the time of impact. This incident happened on November 1st and is in the process of being investigated by the harris county sheriff's department.
Vehicle information: 2023 Tesla Model 3 VIN: [xxx] incident date: [xxx] location: [xxx] summary of the problem: on [xxx], while autopilot was active, my 2023 Tesla Model 3 suddenly accelerated without driver input. I was pressing the brake pedal, but the vehicle surged forward uncontrollably, struck a fence and a tree, and caused major property damage. Both I and my wife (passenger) required urgent care treatment after the crash. Details / safety defect evidence: •Tesla’s own raw logs show the accelerator spiked to 100% immediately before impact. •brake pressure was recorded prior to impact, proving the brake pedal was applied. •despite this, Tesla’s official vehicle data report falsely states “manual brake not applied. ” •autopilot did not disengage when the brake was pressed, contrary to Tesla’s design claims. •the vehicle logged a “near-deploy collision” at ~27 mph, yet the airbags did not deploy. Why this is a safety defect: this incident reflects multiple critical failures: 1. Sudden unintended acceleration. 2. Failure of brake-override safety design. 3. Airbag non-deployment in a crash severe enough to trigger “near-deploy. ” 4. Inaccurate Tesla reporting that conceals braking input. This defect created an extremely dangerous situation that could easily have resulted in fatalities. I am requesting NHTSA investigate Tesla vehicles for unintended acceleration, brake override failure, and airbag non-deployment. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).
Front leftsaftey restraint system fault/service is required Tesla want to charge $351 to start for the service.
I was involved in an accident due to what I believe was a malfunction in my Tesla’s steering system. While driving, the car unexpectedly turned the wheel to the left on its own and collided with a parked car. Despite my efforts to regain control by turning the wheel to the right and applying the brakes, the vehicle did not respond, and I was unable to prevent the crash. Given the lack of control and failure of the braking system, I strongly believe there was a serious issue with the car that led to the accident.
Unknown moving collision resulted in insurance company describing damage as a total loss. It was inspected by an auto collision expert; his description, photos and estimate were forwarded to a claims specialist at the insurance company. The side of my head hit the window on the driver's side, but no airbags inflated. I feel this was a risk to my overall safety. There were no warning messages.
During a hydroplaning incident on a ramp, the Tesla refused to budge or give any steer. Major issue was no air bags deployed during collision.
After a collision the screen flashed "air bags deployed". The car then turned on the hazards, called 911 then vented the windows. The issue is the air bags did not deploy at all. I suffered a concussion and whiplash due to the accident. No warning lamps or messages ever appeared before while driving the vehicle.
The contact owns a 2023 Tesla Model 3. The contact stated that while entering a parking lot, the brake pedal failed to respond, the driver was unable to control the steering wheel and crashed into a Ford vehicle and a tree. The air bags deployed, and the vehicle stopped shortly after. The forward collision emergency braking system failed to engage. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a tow lot. A police report was filed. There was no reported fire. The contact sustained injuries to the neck and shoulder and had bruises. Medical attention was provided. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 12,166.
On 5/28/24, while pulling up the driveway, the car suddenly accelerated and it’s so fast that we couldn’t react. The car crashed into the garage, knocked down one wall along with the main electrical panel. It stopped because it got stuck on 10 in foundation’s of garage structure. The collision mitigation feature did not get triggered and didn’t give any alert or helped to stop the car from crashing into the garage. Airbags on both driver and passenger sides did not deploy. Prior to this accident, the car already had issue with the driver’s profiles and the seat just moved back and stuck at the easy entry mode. The car became inoperable because the driver’s seat can’t be moved forward to a position where I could reach the gas and brake pedal. I contacted Tesla service and was told to delete the driver’s profile and create new one , power off the screen, power cycled the car. I’ve done all of that but the problem kept happening on and off. The car was scheduled to be looked at by Tesla on 6-20-24 but the accident happened on 5-28-24. We’d like to find out the root cause of the accident whether the car has any malfunction that could’ve triggered the sudden unintended acceleration. We’ve reported the accident to both Tesla and my insurance company. Tesla confirmed that the data was downloaded and being reviewed and there is no available information to be shared with me at this time.
The components that failed or malfunctioned include the braking system, steering system, and the airbag deployment mechanism. These critical systems experienced sudden and unexpected failures. Yes, the vehicle and its components are available for inspection upon request. -the sudden brake failure and steering wheel lock resulted in a complete loss of control over the vehicle. The inability to stop or steer the car properly led to it veering over the curb/grass area, posing a severe risk of collision. Additionally, the failure of the airbags to deploy during the impact further compromised my safety. This incident not only endangered my life but also posed a significant threat to the safety of other road users on highway i676. -at this time, the problem has not been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center. Further investigation and inspection are necessary to determine the root cause of these critical system failures. -there were no warning lamps, messages, or other symptoms indicating any issues with the braking system, steering system, or airbags prior to the sudden failure. The malfunction occurred without any prior warning, which exacerbates the concern regarding the vehicle’s safety systems.
Here’s a template for writing a formal complaint to safercar. Gov about your Tesla issue: subject: vehicle safety complaint - Tesla 2023 to whom it may concern, I am writing to report a safety issue with my Model 3 manufactured in 2023. This issue has significantly affected the vehicle’s functionality and poses a potential safety risk. Details of the issue: •VIN (vehicle identification number):5yj3e1ea7pf656021 •date of incident: 04/03/2024 •description of the problem:: “while driving, the vehicle suddenly was out of control and was under control owned all airbags and airbag scratch my hand seatbelt was not function •location of incident: everet,PA •outcome: my car being towed, emergency took me to hospital attempts to resolve: I have contacted Tesla customer service about this issue , but the problem remains unresolved. Safety concerns: this issue is not only inconvenient but also endangers my safety and the safety of others on the road. I am deeply concerned about the potential for this defect to cause accidents or injuries. I request that the national highway traffic safety administration (NHTSA) investigate this issue and take appropriate action to ensure the safety of Tesla vehicles. Contact information: •name: shahin gafarov •address: 1577 bevan rd apt 16 pittsburgh,PA 15227 •email: sahinqafarov@gmail. Com •phone:9173255985 thank you for your attention to this matter. I hope to see this issue resolved promptly to prevent further incidents. Sincerely, shahin gafarov.
I was rear ended and pushed into the car in front of me. My car was totaled and no airbags went off.
I have front passenger service alerts for the code srs system and it happened many times. Tesla does service center can not fix the problem and keep telling me monitor the problem if it happens again. The code is rcm2_a636_ocsfaulted. Tesla service center tested the srs system, updated software calibration and lastly today Tesla technician send me the software update and I updated it. The code shows up right away when I drove the car to the local super market. What can I do about this problem sir.
The occupant classification system (OCS) in the passenger front seat has displayed an error multiple times and airbag turns on even when a toddler sits in seat. I’ve taken it to Tesla twice going a third time this week and have owned the car for three months.
The contact rented a 2023 Tesla Model 3. The contact stated that while driving at 55 mph in the rain, a vehicle in front of him abruptly slowed down. The contact depressed the brake pedal, but the vehicle jerked to the side. The contact stated that the emergency braking system unexpectedly activated ("slams on") while he was driving due to the automatic emergency braking (aeb) system falsely detecting a potential collision. There were large rocks in the roadway, and there was no traction, causing him to crash into an embankment. The driver's side airbag did not deploy. The other airbags in the vehicle had deployed. The contact sustained a fractured rib, and medical attention was provided at the hospital. The vehicle was towed to a towing company. There were no reported fires. A police report was filed. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where an unknown diagnosis was completed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was unknown.
The contact owns a 2023 Tesla Model 3. The contact while driving 50 mph another vehicle sudden enter the lane the contact was driving in causing the contact to struck the other vehicle. No air bags deploy, and the brake assist feature failed to activate. No one was injured. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed. The manufacturer was contacted and filed case. The failure was mileage was 8,728.