2023 Tesla Model 3 recalls
Safety recalls listed by NHTSA
12
A recall on the model year does not always mean your car is affected. Your VIN decides. Confirm open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
All 12 2023 Tesla Model 3 recalls, newest first
Aug 5, 2026Exterior Lighting, HeadlightsTesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017 to 2023 Model 3 and 2020 to 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."
Risk: Headlight low beams that are too bright can reduce visibility for oncoming drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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 SB24 17003.
NHTSA campaign 26V507000 · Tesla, Inc.
May 5, 2026Back Over Prevention, SoftwareTesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017, 2021 to 2023 Model 3, 2020 to 2023 Model Y, 2021 to 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."
Risk: A delayed rearview image reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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 SB26 00001.
NHTSA campaign 26V283000 · Tesla, Inc.
Feb 14, 2025Steering, Electric Power Assist SystemOver the air fixTesla, 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.
Risk: A loss of power steering assist can require greater steering effort, especially at low speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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 SB25 00004.
NHTSA campaign 25V092000 · Tesla, Inc.
Dec 17, 2024Tires, Pressure Monitoring And Regulating SystemsOver the air fixTesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Cybertruck, 2017 to 2025 Model 3, and 2020 to 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 SB24 00018.
NHTSA campaign 24V935000 · Tesla, Inc.
Jul 24, 2024Latches/locks/linkages, HoodOver the air fixTesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021 to 2024 Model 3, Model S, Model X, and 2020 to 2024 Model Y vehicles. The hood latch assembly may fail to detect an unlatched hood condition after the hood has been opened.
Risk: An unlatched hood can fully open, obstructing the driver's view and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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 SB24 00012.
NHTSA campaign 24V554000 · Tesla, Inc.
May 28, 2024Seat Belts, FrontOver the air fixTesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012 to 2024 Model S, 2015 to 2024 Model X, 2017 to 2023 Model 3, and 2020 to 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."
Risk: A seat belt warning system that fails to alert occupants of an unbelted seat belt can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Fix: 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 SB24 00008.
NHTSA campaign 24V376000 · Tesla, Inc.
Jan 30, 2024Electrical System, Instrument Cluster/panelOver the air fixTesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012 to 2023 Model S, 2016 to 2024 Model X, 2017 to 2023 Model 3, 2019 to 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."
Risk: Warning lights with a smaller font size can make critical safety information on the instrument panel difficult to read, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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 SB24 00003.
NHTSA campaign 24V051000 · Tesla, Inc.
Dec 12, 2023Electrical System, AdasOver the air fixTesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling 2012 to 2023 Model S, 2016 to 2023 Model X, 2017 to 2023 Model 3, and 2020 to 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.
Risk: In certain circumstances when Autosteer is engaged, and the driver does not maintain responsibility for vehicle operation and is unprepared to intervene as necessary or fails to recognize when Autosteer is canceled or not engaged, there may be an increased risk of a crash.
Fix: 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 SB23 00008.
NHTSA campaign 23V838000 · Tesla, Inc.
Jun 19, 2023Electrical System, Propulsion SystemTesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2023 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles. The pyrotechnic battery disconnect may be defective.
Risk: A defective battery disconnect may not isolate the vehicle's high voltage battery after a crash or fault detection, increasing the risk of electrical shock and injury.
Fix: 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 SB23 16005.
NHTSA campaign 23V434000 · Tesla, Inc.
Feb 15, 2023Steering, Automated/adaptive SteeringOver the air fixTesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016 to 2023 Model S, Model X, 2017 to 2023 Model 3, and 2020 to 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.
Risk: FSD Beta software that allows a vehicle to exceed speed limits or travel through intersections in an unlawful or unpredictable manner increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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 SB23 00001.
NHTSA campaign 23V085000 · Tesla, Inc.
Nov 15, 2022Exterior Lighting, Tail LightsOver the air fixTesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2023 Model 3 and 2020 to 2023 Model Y vehicles. One or both taillights may intermittently fail to illuminate.
Risk: A taillight that fails to illuminate may reduce the visibility of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Tesla has released an over the air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2023. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1 877 798 3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB22 00016.
NHTSA campaign 22V844000 · Tesla, Inc.
Oct 25, 2021Air Bags, Side/windowTesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020 to 2021, 2023 Model 3 vehicles. The left and/or right side curtain air bag may have been improperly secured to the roof rail, which could result in a twisted air bag. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 214, "Side Impact Protection" and 226, "Ejection Mitigation."
Risk: A twisted side curtain air bag may improperly deploy, increasing the risk of injury or occupant ejection during a crash.
Fix: Tesla Service will inspect and realign the left and right side curtain air bag as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 23, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1 877 798 3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB21 20006.
NHTSA campaign 21V834000 · Tesla, Inc.
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FAQ
Does the 2023 Tesla Model 3 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 12 safety recalls for the 2023 Tesla Model 3. Not every car of this model year is affected, so check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.
How do I check if my 2023 Tesla Model 3 has an open recall?
Enter your 17 character VIN in the NHTSA lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call any franchised dealer of the brand. The VIN check tells you which recalls are still open on your exact car.
Are recall repairs free?
Yes. Under federal law the manufacturer must fix a safety recall for free at an authorized dealer, no matter who owns the car or how old it is. Some recalls on very old vehicles may be limited, so ask the dealer.
How long does a recall repair take?
Most recall fixes take under two hours once the dealer has the parts. When parts are short the dealer may need weeks, and for do not drive recalls they often offer a loaner or towing.