Tesla Model 3 2025 recalls, problems, complaints and safety
NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls issued for the Tesla Model 3 2025 and 121 complaints filed by owners. It has 75% fewer complaints than the average Tesla Model 3 from 2017–2025 (481 per year).
These are recalls issued for this model and year, not for your specific car. A car may already be repaired or may not be included. Confirm with your VIN on NHTSA.
Own or buying a Tesla Model 3 2025? Enter its VIN to see its exact trim and engine, and confirm on NHTSA whether its recalls were repaired.
Recalls issued for the Tesla Model 3 2025
Electrical system
NHTSA campaign 25V690000 · 2025-10-10
What happens
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.
Consequence
A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla Service will replace the battery pack contactors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 9, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-25-16-005.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Backup camera and sensors
NHTSA campaign 25V002000 · 2025-01-07
What happens
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 Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Tesla will also identify any vehicles that experienced a circuit board failure, or stress that may lead to a circuit board failure, and replace the affected computers, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 7, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-25-00-001.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Tires
NHTSA campaign 24V935000 · 2024-12-17
What happens
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 vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems."
Consequence
Driving with improperly inflated tires increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 15, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-018.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Complaints from other owners
121 complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of this model.
26 with a crash · 10 injuries
Most reported problems on the Tesla Model 3 2025
- Forward collision avoidance: 30 (25% of complaints)
- Steering: 26 (21% of complaints)
- Electrical system: 22 (18% of complaints)
- Lane departure assist: 18 (15% of complaints)
- Throttle and cruise control: 14 (12% of complaints)
Complaints are written by owners and NHTSA doesn't verify each one. They're useful to spot trends.
What to check before buying a Tesla Model 3 2025
- Confirm by VIN on NHTSA that the recalls on this list were repaired.
- Ask whether the system braked on its own for no reason ("phantom braking") and whether software updates are pending.
- The wheel should be centered going straight, with no vibration, noises when turning or stiffness.
- Test lights, windows, locks, the screen and dashboard warning lights; have trouble codes scanned.
- Get an inspection from an independent mechanic before paying.
Safety rating (NCAP)
NHTSA has no 5-Star rating published for this model and year (models before 2011 used a different system).
Tesla Model 3 recalls by year
- 2017 : 16 recalls · 27 complaints
- 2018 : 19 recalls · 1,031 complaints
- 2019 : 22 recalls · 617 complaints
- 2020 : 21 recalls · 451 complaints
- 2021 : 22 recalls · 669 complaints
- 2022 : 18 recalls · 767 complaints
- 2023 : 12 recalls · 428 complaints
- 2024 : 5 recalls · 220 complaints
- 2025 : 3 recalls · 121 complaints
Guides for this check
Frequently asked questions
How many recalls does the Tesla Model 3 2025 have?
NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls issued for the Tesla Model 3 2025. That doesn't mean every car has them open: confirm with the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. The repair is free at the dealer.
What is the most common problem with the Tesla Model 3 2025?
In complaints filed with NHTSA, the most mentioned component is: forward collision avoidance (30 of 121 complaints). Complaints aren't verified one by one, but they show trends.
Model-level information from official NHTSA sources. Confirm by VIN on NHTSA. Not a substitute for a mechanical inspection.
Last updated: October 21, 2026. Sources: NHTSA vPIC (decoding), NHTSA Recalls, NHTSA Complaints and NHTSA NCAP (5-Star Safety Ratings).