One problem related to side/window air bag has been reported for the 2013 Tesla Model S. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The contact owned a 2013 Tesla Model S. While the contact's husband was making a right turn at an unknown speed, the vehicle failed to stop when the brakes were applied and crashed into a side ditch. The front driver's side air bag deployed with excessive force, causing multiple injuries to the driver. As a result, the driver was pronounced dead at the scene. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to an impound lot where it was deemed a total loss. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was notified and did not assist. The failure mileage was unknown. Request for confidential treatment.
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| Side/window Air Bag problems |