2024 Tesla Model 3
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
- Complaints
- 219
- Recalls
- 5
- Investigations
- 7
- Top problem
- Forward collision avoidance
Campaigns on file for 2024
Opened by NHTSA
29% of complaints
Complaints per year
2024: 219 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2017 | 26 |
| 2018 | 1,028 |
| 2019 | 617 |
| 2020 | 450 |
| 2021 | 666 |
| 2022 | 766 |
| 2023 | 428 |
| 2024 | 219 |
| 2025 | 117 |
| 2026 | 26 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Forward collision avoidance
29% · 64 reportsMost commonly citing adaptive cruise control and automatic emergency braking.
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On XXX at approximately 12:56 PM Pacific on [XXX], my 2024 Tesla Model 3 VIN [XXX] was operating in Full Self-Driving (Supervised).
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-27
Vehicle: 2024 Tesla Model 3 Date of Incident: [Insert Date] Location: Intersection of [XXX] Operating Mode: Tesla Autopilot (Engaged) On the above date, while driving with Tesla Autopilot engaged, the vehicle initiated an unexpected and improper...
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-04-21
Electrical system
21% · 46 reportsMost commonly citing adas and horn.
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I am writing to report an accident involving my son who was driving Tesla 2024 Model-3 on July 18th 2026 approximately 10:15 AM EST.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-21
Also filed under Air bags and structure
Steering
16% · 36 reportsExterior lighting
13% · 28 reportsMost commonly citing turn signal.
Vehicle speed control
9% · 20 reportsSafety timeline
5 recalls · 7 investigations · oldest first
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2022-02-16Preliminary evaluationClosed 2026-06-29 Unexpected Brake Activation
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2024-04-12Air bags24V284000 Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling one 2024 Model 3 vehicle. The driver seat side air bag module was assembled without a deflector that directs gas flow during deployment.
Remedy: Tesla service replaced the side air bag, free of charge. The affected vehicle was repaired April 12, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-13-001.
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2024-04-25Recall queryOpen Recall 23V838 Remedy Effectiveness
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2024-09-22Electrical system, latches/locks/linkages24V554000 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.
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2024-10-17Preliminary evaluationClosed 2026-03-18 FSD Collisions in Reduced Roadway Visibility Conditions
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2025-01-06Preliminary evaluationClosed 2026-04-03 Actually Smart Summon sessions resulting in low-speed impacts.
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2025-02-15Tires24V935000 Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Cybertruck, 2017-2025 Model 3, and 2020-2025 Model Y vehicles.
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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2025-03-07Back over prevention, electrical system25V002000 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.
Remedy: Tesla released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge.
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2025-08-20Audit queryOpen Compliance with Standing General Order 2021-01 Reporting Requirements
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2025-10-07Preliminary evaluationOpen Traffic safety violations while Full Self Driving ("FSD") is engaged
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2026-03-18Engineering analysisOpen FSD Collisions in Reduced Roadway Visibility Conditions
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Date not on fileAir bags, structure26V445000 Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2026 Model Y and 2024 Model 3 vehicles.
Remedy: Tesla will repurchase noncompliant vehicles currently registered in the United States, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 5, 2026.
Buy-smart checklist
2024 Tesla Model 3 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Forward collision avoidance: 64 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 46 reports on file for this year.
- Steering: 36 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 26V445000 · Air bags, structure
- Recall 24V284000 · Air bags
- Recall 24V554000 · Electrical system, latches/locks/linkages
- Recall 24V935000 · Tires
- Recall 25V002000 · Back over prevention, electrical system
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- Is the 2024 Tesla Model 3 reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2024 Tesla Model 3 is rated "better than typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2024 Tesla Model 3?
- The most-reported component is forward collision avoidance, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2024 Tesla Model 3 have?
- 5 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.