Model year
2024 Tesla Model 3
NHTSA lists 5 recalls and 221 complaints for the 2024 Tesla Model 3 (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). The components listed on the most complaints are UNKNOWN OR OTHER (71), ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (40), STEERING (38). NHTSA lists 7 investigations, including 4 investigations with no close date in the file. NHTSA lists crash-test variants for this model year and marks the overall rating Not Rated. EPA rates it 112–137 MPGe combined and 24.6–30.1 kWh/100 mi depending on configuration (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $550–$700, based on 15,000 miles and 55% city driving.
- 2017 27 complaints
- 2018 1,033 complaints
- 2019 619 complaints
- 2020 452 complaints
- 2021 671 complaints
- 2022 770 complaints
- 2023 428 complaints
- 2024 221 complaints
- 2025 121 complaints
- 2026 29 complaints
- 2027 0 complaints
Recalls
26V445000 · Jul 7, 2026
AIR BAGS:KNEE BOLSTER; STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2026 Model Y and 2024 Model 3 vehicles. The vehicles were originally built for a foreign market and do not have knee air bags, may not be equipped with certain interior safety countermeasures, and may not have been tested for bumper…
25V002000 · Jan 6, 2025
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Model 3, Model S, 2023-2025 Model X, and Model Y vehicles. The computer circuit board may short, resulting in the loss of the rearview camera image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor…
24V935000 · Dec 17, 2024
TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Cybertruck, 2017-2025 Model 3, and 2020-2025 Model Y vehicles. The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light may not remain illuminated between drive cycles, failing to warn the driver of low tire pressure. As such, these…
24V554000 · Jul 24, 2024
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Model 3, Model S, Model X, and 2020-2024 Model Y vehicles. The hood latch assembly may fail to detect an unlatched hood condition after the hood has been opened.
24V284000 · Apr 19, 2024
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:THORAX
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling one 2024 Model 3 vehicle. The driver seat side air bag module was assembled without a deflector that directs gas flow during deployment.
Complaints
221 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 27, fire flag on 1, injury field 19, deaths field 0. A complaint can be counted under more than one component. The injury and death figures are the file's numbers (the highest value on each complaint, then added), not a separate verified count of people.
Investigations
| Action | Subject | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| PE22002 | Unexpected Brake Activation · FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL:SOFTWARE:SIGNAGE/SIGNAL RECOGNITION; FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE:… | Feb 16, 2022 | Jun 29, 2026 |
| RQ24009 | Recall 23V838 Remedy Effectiveness · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:DRIVER MONITORING:SOFTWARE | Apr 25, 2024 | No close date in the file |
| PE24031 | FSD Collisions in Reduced Roadway Visibility Conditions · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS | Oct 17, 2024 | Mar 18, 2026 |
| PE24033 | Actually Smart Summon sessions resulting in low-speed impacts. · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING | Jan 6, 2025 | Apr 3, 2026 |
| AQ25002 | Compliance with Standing General Order 2021-01 Reporting Requirements · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS | Aug 20, 2025 | No close date in the file |
| PE25012 | Traffic safety violations while Full Self Driving ("FSD") is engaged · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS | Oct 7, 2025 | No close date in the file |
1 more actions are in the file and are not listed in this table.
Safety ratings
| Variant | Overall | Front | Side | Pole | Rollover | Photo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 DR AWD | Not rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated · possibility 0 | — |
| 4 DR RWD | Not rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated · possibility 0 | — |
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Model 3 Long Range AWD · Automatic (A1) · All-Wheel Drive | Electricity · EV | 137 | 124 | 130 | 25.8 | 342 | $600 |
| Model 3 RWD · Automatic (A1) · Rear-Wheel Drive | Electricity · EV | 140 | 125 | 132 | 25.4 | 272 | $550 |
| Model 3 Long Range AWD-E · Automatic (A1) · All-Wheel Drive | Electricity · EV | 133 | 122 | 128 | 26.4 | 341 | $600 |
| Model 3 Long Range RWD · Automatic (A1) · Rear-Wheel Drive | Electricity · EV | 145 | 128 | 137 | 24.6 | 363 | $550 |
| Model 3 Performance AWD · Automatic (A1) · All-Wheel Drive | Electricity · EV | 117 | 107 | 112 | 30.1 | 303 | $700 |
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