Recalls (3)
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2025 Tesla Model 3. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗Battery Connection Failure May Cause Loss of Drive Power
- Summary
- 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.
Rearview Camera Image May Fail/FMVSS 111
- Summary
- 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.
TPMS Light May Not Remain Illuminated/FMVSS 138
- Summary
- 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.
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Owner complaints (117)
117 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The unknown or other is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 117 |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown or other | 36 | 30.8% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 30 | 25.6% |
| Steering | 25 | 21.4% |
| Electrical system | 20 | 17.1% |
| Lane departure | 18 | 15.4% |
| Vehicle speed control | 14 | 12% |
| Service brakes | 12 | 10.3% |
| Exterior lighting | 6 | 5.1% |
| Structure | 6 | 5.1% |
| Back over prevention | 5 | 4.3% |
How 2025 compares with other Model 3 years
Best and worst Model 3 years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 26 | 16 |
| 2018 | 1,030 | 19 |
| 2019 | 615 | 22 |
| 2020 | 451 | 21 |
| 2021 | 666 | 22 |
| 2022 | 765 | 18 |
| 2023 | 427 | 12 |
| 2024 | 218 | 5 |
| 2025 | 117 | 3 |
| 2026 | 26 | 1 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 137 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $550
- CO₂ tailpipe
- —
- EPA class
- Midsize Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 137 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric · Automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 145 / 128 / 137 | $550 | — |
| Electric · Automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 140 / 123 / 131 | $600 | — |
| Electric · Automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 133 / 122 / 128 | $600 | — |
| Electric · Automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 113 / 104 / 109 | $700 | — |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2025 Model 3 for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2025 Tesla Model 3 FAQ
How many recalls does the 2025 Tesla Model 3 have?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns: 25V690000 (electrical), 25V002000 (electrical), 24V935000 (tire). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2025 Tesla Model 3 problems?
Owners filed 117 complaints with NHTSA. Unknown or other (36), Forward collision avoidance (30), Steering (25) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2025 Tesla Model 3 get?
EPA rates the Electric · Automatic version at 145 city, 128 highway and 137 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 2025 Model 3 compare with other years?
Among the 2017–2021 Tesla Model 3 model years at least five years old, the 2017 drew the fewest complaints (26) and the 2018 the most (1,030). The 2025 drew 117. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.