RCM2 family
RCM2_a871_headAB3rdRowRShort
Rear 3rd row right safety restraint system issue
What does the RCM2_a871_headAB3rdRowRShort alert mean?
3rd Row Right Head Airbag - Resistance too low
What you'll see in your Tesla
- Rear 3rd row right safety restraint system issue
- Service is required
What triggers it
There is a low resistance with the 3rd row right head airbag.
When it clears
The low resistance is rectified.
Potential impact
The 3rd row right head airbag may not perform as designed.
Affected models
Cybertruck
Model 3 2017-2023
Model 3 2024+
Model S 2021+
Model X 2021+
Model Y
Model Y 2025+
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