Model year
2025 Tesla Model 3
NHTSA lists 3 recalls and 121 complaints for the 2025 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 (37), STEERING (25), FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (20). NHTSA lists 4 investigations, including 3 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 109–137 MPGe combined and 24.6–30.9 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
25V690000 · Oct 10, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:FUSES, RELAYS, CONTACTS, AND SHUNTS
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2025 Model 3 and 2026 Model Y vehicles. The battery pack contactors may fail, causing a loss of drive power.
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…
Complaints
121 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 26, fire flag on 0, injury field 10, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| EA26002 | FSD Collisions in Reduced Roadway Visibility Conditions · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS | Mar 18, 2026 | No close date in the file |
Safety ratings
| Variant | Overall | Front | Side | Pole | Rollover | Photo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| (All variants) 4 DR AWD | Not rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated · possibility 0 | — |
| (All variants) 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 | 133 | 122 | 128 | 26.4 | 346 | $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 | 113 | 104 | 109 | 30.9 | 298 | $700 |
| Model 3 Long Range RWD-I (19in wheels) · Automatic (A1) · Rear-Wheel Drive | Electricity · EV | 140 | 123 | 131 | 25.6 | 346 | $600 |
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Check a vehicle
This page is not a VIN lookup. NHTSA's recall tool checks a specific vehicle: nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's page for this model year is 2025 Tesla Model 3 at NHTSA. Complaint narratives stay on NHTSA's site and are not copied here.