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2023 Tesla Model 3 recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2023 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns: 12
Park-it warnings: 0
Complaints: 428
Latest campaign: Aug 5, 2026

Recall summary by component12

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

Component	Campaigns	Latest	Campaign IDs
Electrical system	3	Jan 30, 2024	24V051000 23V838000 23V434000
Exterior lighting	2	Aug 5, 2026	26V507000 22V844000
Steering	2	Feb 14, 2025	25V092000 23V085000
Back over prevention	1	May 5, 2026	26V283000
Tires	1	Dec 17, 2024	24V935000
Latches/locks/linkages	1	Jul 24, 2024	24V554000
Seat belts	1	May 28, 2024	24V376000
Air bags	1	Oct 25, 2021	21V834000

Safety recalls12

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

0Park-it warnings

8Fixable over the air

Aug 5, 2026Latest campaign


Aug 5, 202626V507000	Exterior lighting: headlights Headlight low beams that are too bright can reduce visibility for oncoming drivers, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 26V507000 What's wrong 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." Risk Headlight low beams that are too bright can reduce visibility for oncoming drivers, increasing the risk of a crash. 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. Campaign NHTSA 26V507000 · Aug 5, 2026
May 5, 202626V283000	Back over prevention: software A delayed rearview image reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 26V283000 What's wrong 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." Risk A delayed rearview image reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. 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. Campaign NHTSA 26V283000 · May 5, 2026
Feb 14, 202525V092000	Steering: electric power assist system A loss of power steering assist can require greater steering effort, especially at low speeds, increasing the risk of a crash. Over-the-air remedy DetailsHide details for campaign 25V092000 What's wrong 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. Risk A loss of power steering assist can require greater steering effort, especially at low speeds, increasing the risk of a crash. 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. Campaign NHTSA 25V092000 · Feb 14, 2025
Dec 17, 202424V935000	Tires: pressure monitoring and regulating systems Driving with improperly inflated tires increases the risk of a crash. Over-the-air remedy DetailsHide details for campaign 24V935000 What's wrong 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. 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. Campaign NHTSA 24V935000 · Dec 17, 2024
Jul 24, 202424V554000	Latches/locks/linkages: hood latch An unlatched hood can fully open, obstructing the driver's view and increasing the risk of a crash. Over-the-air remedy DetailsHide details for campaign 24V554000 What's wrong 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. Risk An unlatched hood can fully open, obstructing the driver's view and increasing the risk of a crash. 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. Campaign NHTSA 24V554000 · Jul 24, 2024
May 28, 202424V376000	Seat belts: front warning light/devices A seat belt warning system that fails to alert occupants of an unbelted seat belt can increase the risk of injury during a crash. Over-the-air remedy DetailsHide details for campaign 24V376000 What's wrong 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." 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. 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. Campaign NHTSA 24V376000 · May 28, 2024

To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Tesla recall lookup. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

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Owner complaints by component428

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h

428Complaints filed

73Involving a crash

1Involving a fire

50Injuries reported · 1 death

Component	Complaints	%	Crashes	Fires	Injuries
Forward collision avoidance	179	42	31	1	15
Steering	88	21	15	0	7
Vehicle speed control	69	16	21	0	16
Unknown or other	59	14	11	0	11
Service brakes	56	13	22	0	10
Electrical system	51	12	9	0	5
Lane departure	28	7	7	0	4
Structure	22	5	3	1	5
Suspension	19	4	2	0	3
Air bags	18	4	13	1	9
Visibility/wiper	12	3	0	0	0
Power train	10	2	2	0	1
Seat belts	10	2	1	0	1
Wheels	9	2	1	0	2
Back over prevention	9	2	4	0	0

10 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.

Latest reports

Steering
“Vehicle: 2023 Tesla Model 3 RWD, VIN 5YJ3E1EA3PF556059. Since the FSD software update from V12 to V14.1 (Supervised v14.1 Lite) in early August 2026, the vehicle repeatedly issues false 'apply steering wheel force'…”
Filed 10/05/2026 · ODI 11768933
Vehicle speed control
“Tesla has done away with a set maximum speed control when on FSD and uses speed profiles. These profiles can have the car speed at huge differences from the actual speed limit.”
Filed 09/29/2026 · ODI 11767747
Unknown or other
“On September 23 2026 at night I was driving my car under FSD and am in full control of vehicle my car is on speed of 54-55mph and in the middle of the road without any obstacle present on the road the car did the super…”
Filed 09/25/2026 · ODI 11766979

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2023 Tesla Model 3 recall questions

How many recalls does the 2023 Tesla Model 3 have?

NHTSA lists 12 safety recall campaigns for the 2023 Tesla Model 3. The most recent, 26V507000 (reported August 5, 2026), concerns exterior lighting. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What are the 2023 Tesla Model 3 recalls for?

The largest group is electrical system, with 3 campaigns. Others: exterior lighting (2), steering (2), back over prevention (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.

What is the most common complaint about the 2023 Tesla Model 3?

Forward collision avoidance is the most-reported component, named in 179 complaints out of 428 filed with NHTSA (42%). Across all complaints, owners reported 73 crashs and 1 fire. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2023 Tesla Model 3?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Tesla recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Tesla dealer.

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Recall summary by component12

Safety recalls12

Exterior lighting: headlights

Back over prevention: software

Steering: electric power assist system

Tires: pressure monitoring and regulating systems

Latches/locks/linkages: hood latch

Seat belts: front warning light/devices