2023 Tesla Model 3 Problems, Recalls & Complaints
NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints for the 2023 Tesla Model 3, and what to keep if your vehicle keeps going back to the shop.
Recall campaigns
12
NHTSA owner complaints as of November 6, 2026, from NHTSA's complaint data files.
429
Data last refreshed (Eastern time)
November 6, 2026
NHTSA lists 12 recall campaigns for the 2023 Model 3 and 429 owner complaints; the most-reported component in owner complaints is forward collision avoidance: adaptive cruise control, with 114 reports.
Counts come from NHTSA records for this model year and refresh daily. Complaints are unverified owner reports; one complaint can name more than one component.
Top Reported Problems
Owner complaints grouped by NHTSA component (top 8). Linked components open a page comparing models for that problem.
- FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL114
- FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING97
- STEERING88
- VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL67
- UNKNOWN OR OTHER59
- SERVICE BRAKES54
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM45
- FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS31
2023 Model 3 Recall Records
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EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS · 26V507000
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2023 Model 3 and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles. The headlight low beams may be too bright and exceed the maximum light output. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Remedy: Tesla Service will replace the headlights, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk were be mailed October 3, 2026. Another notice will be sent once the repair becomes available. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-17-003.
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE · 26V283000
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017, 2021-2023 Model 3, 2020-2023 Model Y, 2021-2023 Model S, and Model X vehicles operating software version 2026.8.6. The rearview camera image may be delayed when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Remedy: Tesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 3, 2026. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-26-00-001.
STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM · 25V092000
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2023 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles operating software prior to 2023.38.4. The printed circuit board for the electronic power steering assist may experience an overstress condition, causing a loss of power steering assist when the vehicle reaches a stop and then accelerates again.
Remedy: Tesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-25-00-004.
TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS · 24V935000
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."
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.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH · 24V554000
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.
Remedy: Tesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 24, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-012.
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WARNING LIGHT/DEVICES · 24V376000
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012-2024 Model S, 2015-2024 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles. In the event of an unbelted driver, the seat belt warning light and audible chime may not activate as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Remedy: Tesla will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update. Owner notification letters were mailed July 26, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-008.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL · 24V051000
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012-2023 Model S, 2016-2024 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, 2019-2024 Model Y, and 2024 Cybertruck vehicles. An incorrect font size is displayed on the instrument panel for the Brake, Park, and Antilock Brake System (ABS) warning lights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 105, "Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems" and 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Remedy: Tesla began releasing an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-003.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:DRIVER MONITORING:SOFTWARE · 23V838000
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling 2012-2023 Model S, 2016-2023 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles equipped with all versions of Autosteer leading up to the version(s) that contains the recall remedy. In certain circumstances when Autosteer is engaged, the prominence and scope of the feature's controls may not be sufficient to prevent driver misuse of the SAE Level 2 advanced driver-assistance feature.
Remedy: Tesla will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 10, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-00-008.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY · 23V434000
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2023 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles. The pyrotechnic battery disconnect may be defective.
Remedy: Tesla Service will replace the pyrotechnic battery disconnect, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 18, 2023. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-16-005.
STEERING:AUTOMATED/ADAPTIVE STEERING · 23V085000
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016-2023 Model S, Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles equipped with Full Self-Driving Beta (FSD Beta) software or pending installation. The FSD Beta system may allow the vehicle to act unsafe around intersections, such as traveling straight through an intersection while in a turn-only lane, entering a stop sign-controlled intersection without coming to a complete stop, or proceeding into an intersection during a steady yellow traffic signal without due caution. In addition, the system may respond insufficiently to changes in posted speed limits or not adequately account for the driver's adjustment of the vehicle's speed to exceed posted speed limits.
Remedy: Tesla will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 15, 2023. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-00-001.
2023 Model 3 Service Bulletins
A service bulletin is a manufacturer's repair instruction to dealers. It is not a recall and does not by itself establish a defect or a claim.
Manufacturer communications filed with NHTSA for this model year, newest first. A bulletin may apply only to certain configurations. Source data refreshes daily.
| Number | Date | Component | Summary | NHTSA record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB-26-33-001 | May 8, 2026 | SERVICE BRAKES | On certain Model 3 vehicles, brake lines may be corroded beyond acceptable limits, which may result in loss of brake fluid. Loss of brake fluid will result in a customer facing… | 11033173 |
| SB-26-33-001 | Feb 11, 2026 | SERVICE BRAKES | On certain Model 3 vehicles, brake lines may be corroded beyond acceptable limits, which may result in loss of brake fluid. Loss of brake fluid will result in a customer facing… | 11029583 |
| SB-25-31-004 | Jun 24, 2025 | SUSPENSION | A firmware diagnosis feature is being introduced on Model 3 and Model Y vehicles that monitors wheel alignment over time. This feature detects changes in wheel alignment that ma… | 11020192 |
| fsd-12-5-4-1_s3xy.pdf | Sep 30, 2024 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Tesla does not provide physical owner's manual copies. Instead, all available owner’s manual content is integrated into the vehicle software, and only the content relevant for… | 11008831 |
| fsd-12-5-4_s3xy.pdf | Sep 30, 2024 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Tesla does not provide physical owner's manual copies. Instead, all available owner’s manual content is integrated into the vehicle software, and only the content relevant for… | 11008830 |
| fsd-12-5-3_s3xy.pdf | Sep 30, 2024 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Tesla does not provide physical owner's manual copies. Instead, all available owner’s manual content is integrated into the vehicle software, and only the content relevant for… | 11008829 |
| 2024.38_s3xy.pdf | Sep 30, 2024 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Tesla does not provide physical owner's manual copies. Instead, all available owner’s manual content is integrated into the vehicle software, and only the content relevant for… | 11008827 |
| 2024.26.9_s3xy.pdf | Sep 30, 2024 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Tesla does not provide physical owner's manual copies. Instead, all available owner’s manual content is integrated into the vehicle software, and only the content relevant for… | 11008824 |
| fsd-12-5-4-1_s3xy.pdf | Sep 30, 2024 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Tesla does not provide physical owner's manual copies. Instead, all available owner’s manual content is integrated into the vehicle software, and only the content relevant for… | 11008807 |
| fsd-12-5-4_s3xy.pdf | Sep 30, 2024 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Tesla does not provide physical owner's manual copies. Instead, all available owner’s manual content is integrated into the vehicle software, and only the content relevant for… | 11008806 |
| fsd-12-5-3_s3xy.pdf | Sep 30, 2024 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Tesla does not provide physical owner's manual copies. Instead, all available owner’s manual content is integrated into the vehicle software, and only the content relevant for… | 11008805 |
| 2024.38_s3xy.pdf | Sep 30, 2024 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Tesla does not provide physical owner's manual copies. Instead, all available owner’s manual content is integrated into the vehicle software, and only the content relevant for… | 11008803 |
| 2024.26.9_s3xy.pdf | Sep 30, 2024 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Tesla does not provide physical owner's manual copies. Instead, all available owner’s manual content is integrated into the vehicle software, and only the content relevant for… | 11008800 |
| fsd-12-5-4-1_s3xy.pdf | Sep 30, 2024 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Tesla does not provide physical owner's manual copies. Instead, all available owner’s manual content is integrated into the vehicle software, and only the content relevant for… | 11008783 |
| fsd-12-5-4_s3xy.pdf | Sep 30, 2024 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Tesla does not provide physical owner's manual copies. Instead, all available owner’s manual content is integrated into the vehicle software, and only the content relevant for… | 11008782 |
| fsd-12-5-3_s3xy.pdf | Sep 30, 2024 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Tesla does not provide physical owner's manual copies. Instead, all available owner’s manual content is integrated into the vehicle software, and only the content relevant for… | 11008781 |
| 2024.38_s3xy.pdf | Sep 30, 2024 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Tesla does not provide physical owner's manual copies. Instead, all available owner’s manual content is integrated into the vehicle software, and only the content relevant for… | 11008779 |
| 2024.26.9_s3xy.pdf | Sep 30, 2024 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Tesla does not provide physical owner's manual copies. Instead, all available owner’s manual content is integrated into the vehicle software, and only the content relevant for… | 11008776 |
| SB-24-16-005 | Sep 4, 2024 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | On certain Model 3 and Model Y vehicles, a defective electrical component inside the High Voltage Controller may prevent the vehicle from entering into drive mode, or may cause… | 11008820 |
| SB-24-16-005 | Sep 4, 2024 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | On certain Model 3 and Model Y vehicles, a defective electrical component inside the High Voltage Controller may prevent the vehicle from entering into drive mode, or may cause… | 11008796 |
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