Tesla Model 3 Recalls — All Years
Quick answer: The Tesla Model 3 has 130 NHTSA safety recalls on
record across model years 2017–2025. Pick your year below to see each defect, its risk, and the free
remedy — or check your VIN to confirm exactly which apply to your car.
TL;DR
130 recalls span 9 model years of the Tesla Model 3. Recall repairs are always free at the dealer. Select a year for the full list.
Recalls by model year
| Model year | Recalls on record |
|---|---|
| 2025 Tesla Model 3 | 3 |
| 2024 Tesla Model 3 | 4 |
| 2023 Tesla Model 3 | 11 |
| 2022 Tesla Model 3 | 17 |
| 2021 Tesla Model 3 | 21 |
| 2020 Tesla Model 3 | 20 |
| 2019 Tesla Model 3 | 21 |
| 2018 Tesla Model 3 | 18 |
| 2017 Tesla Model 3 | 15 |
Check engine light on your Tesla Model 3?
A recall is a known defect the manufacturer fixes for free. A check-engine light is different — it's a stored trouble code you can read yourself. Start here:
About Tesla Model 3 recalls
- Recall repairs are free, regardless of the car's age or owner.
- New recalls can be issued at any time — even on older model years.
- Your 17-digit VIN tells you precisely which campaigns affect your exact car.