NHTSA Complaint #11705237 — 2020 TESLA MODEL 3

AIR BAGS issue reported to NHTSA

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Crash 1 Injury

Complaint Details

ODI Number	11705237
Vehicle	2020 TESLA MODEL 3
Component	AIR BAGS
Date of Incident	December 5, 2025
Date Filed	December 16, 2025
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	Yes
Fire	No
Injuries	1
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	CA

Consumer Description

Air bags did not deploy during crash. It is available for inspection upon request My face smashed into the steering wheel resulting in black eyes, swollen nose, cuts on my face and a concussion. Yes, the airbags clearly did not deploy during crash No No

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