2025 Tesla Model 3 recalls, problems & safety ratings
NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2025 Tesla Model 3 and 121 owner complaints. The most-reported problem areas are unknown or other (37), forward collision avoidance (30), steering (26). EPA-rated fuel economy is 128–137 mpg combined, depending on engine.
The 2025 ranks #2 of 9 Model 3 model years for fewest complaints (2017–2025), with fewer complaints than the average year (481). It has 3 recalls vs. an average of 15.3 per model year.
Recalls 3
Every recall NHTSA lists for the 2025 Tesla Model 3. Not every recall applies to every vehicle, so check your VIN. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
Electrical system · propulsion system · fuses, relays, contacts, and shunts
Problem: 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.
Risk: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
Back over prevention · software
Problem: 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."
Risk: A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
Tires · pressure monitoring and regulating systems
Problem: 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."
Risk: Driving with improperly inflated tires increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
Common problems
From complaints owners filed with NHTSA. Complaints aren't verified, but patterns across hundreds of owners point to known weak spots.
Most-reported problem areas
By the numbers
Recent owner reports
Rodents are attracted to the wiring and eat it. The new soy product controls turn signals.... Tesla employees see this everyday. in 2 weeks my car has gone into the shop twice. I have never had this issue until now and owned many teslas
The contact owns a 2025 Tesla Model 3. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving with Full Self-Driving (FSD) mode engaged and approaching a closing gate, the vehicle failed to come to a complete stop. The failure required manual driver intervention to prevent a crash. The manufacturer was contacted but was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 1…
I am reporting concerns involving the high-voltage battery and battery management system (BMS) of my 2025 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD. The vehicle's displayed range at 100% charge has progressively declined from approximately 320 miles to 304, then 298, and most recently approximately 295 miles. A previous Tesla Battery Health Test reported approximately 89% battery health. H…
Safety ratings
2025 Tesla Model 3 (All variants) 4 DR AWD
2025 Tesla Model 3 (All variants) 4 DR RWD
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for common configurations of the 2025 Tesla Model 3.
Model 3 Long Range AWD
Auto (A1)
Electricity
Model 3 Long Range RWD
Auto (A1)
Electricity
Other model years
Questions
How many recalls does the 2025 Tesla Model 3 have?
NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2025 Tesla Model 3, most recently for electrical system · propulsion system · fuses, relays, contacts, and shunts (10/10/2025). Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer. Enter your VIN to check whether a recall applies to your vehicle.
What are the most common problems with the 2025 Tesla Model 3?
Based on 121 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are unknown or other (37), forward collision avoidance (30), steering (26).
Is the 2025 Tesla Model 3 safe?
NHTSA hasn't published an overall 5-star rating for the 2025 Tesla Model 3.
Is the 2025 a good year for the Tesla Model 3?
The 2025 ranks #2 of 9 Model 3 model years for fewest complaints (2017–2025), with fewer complaints than the average year (481). It has 3 recalls vs. an average of 15.3 per model year.
What gas mileage does the 2025 Tesla Model 3 get?
EPA ratings for the 2025 Tesla Model 3 range from 128 to 137 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.
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Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings APIs; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data retrieved October 21, 2026. NHTSA model names used: MODEL 3 (ALL VARIANTS), Model 3.