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2025 Tesla Model 3

Free recalls, owner complaints, and NHTSA safety ratings for the 2025 Tesla Model 3, plus how to check this specific vehicle before you buy.

The 2025 Tesla Model 3 has 3 NHTSA recalls on record and 0 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. NHTSA has not published an overall crash-test rating for this model year. Below is the full breakdown, plus how to check this specific vehicle by VIN before you buy in Alberta.

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2025 Tesla Model 3 recalls (3)

TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
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.
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
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."
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.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:FUSES, RELAYS, CONTACTS, AND SHUNTS
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.
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.

2025 Tesla Model 3 owner complaints (0)

No NHTSA complaints were found for the 2025 Tesla Model 3.

Checking a used Tesla Model 3 before you buy

The recall, complaint, and safety data above describes the 2025 Model 3 in general. To know the condition and history of the specific vehicle you're looking at, check it by VIN. A VIN check shows whether this particular Model 3's recalls are still outstanding, and a full history report adds accident, title, and ownership records the data above can't show.

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2025 Tesla Model 3 — questions and answers

Does the 2025 Tesla Model 3 have any recalls?+

Our check found 3 NHTSA recalls associated with the 2025 Tesla Model 3. Check the specific vehicle by VIN to see which remain outstanding, since some may already have been repaired. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

How many complaints does the 2025 Tesla Model 3 have?+

NHTSA lists 0 owner complaints for the 2025 Tesla Model 3 in our results. Complaints are problems reported by owners and don't always lead to a recall, but a pattern of similar complaints is worth weighing before you buy.

Is the 2025 Tesla Model 3 safe?+

NHTSA has not published an overall crash-test rating for the 2025 Tesla Model 3. Review the owner complaints above and get an independent inspection to assess the specific vehicle's condition.

How do I check a 2025 Tesla Model 3 VIN?+

Enter the vehicle's 17-character VIN into our free VIN check to see recalls, complaints, and safety ratings for that exact vehicle, then run an Alberta Personal Property Registry (PPR) lien search before you pay.

Are recall repairs on a Tesla free?+

Yes. Safety recall repairs are performed at no cost by a franchised Tesla dealer, even for a used vehicle and even if you're not the original owner. Confirm the required parts are in stock before relying on the fix.