TESLA MODEL 3 2023

Complete listing of complaints and recalls for this vehicle

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17
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Complaints & Recalls

625 Complaints 17 Recalls

Official Safety Recalls - Important!

17 Recalls

These are official manufacturer recalls ordered by NHTSA for safety defects. If you own this vehicle, contact your dealer immediately for free repairs.

Tesla, Inc.
NHTSA Campaign: 25V092000 SAFETY RECALL
376.2K Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Feb 14, 2025
Safety Issue:

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.

Potential Risk:
A loss of power steering assist can require greater steering effort, especially at low speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
FREE Recall Solution:
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.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local TESLA dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: TESLA
Mfg Campaign: SB-25-00-004
Notice Date: Mar 25, 2025
Recall Date: Feb 14, 2025
Tesla, Inc.
NHTSA Campaign: 24V935000 SAFETY RECALL
696.3K Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Dec 17, 2024
Safety Issue:

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."

Potential Risk:
Driving with improperly inflated tires increases the risk of a crash.
FREE Recall Solution:
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.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local TESLA dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: TESLA
Mfg Campaign: SB-24-00-018
Notice Date: Feb 15, 2025
Recall Date: Dec 17, 2024
Tesla, Inc.
NHTSA Campaign: 24V554000 SAFETY RECALL
1.8M Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Jul 24, 2024
Safety Issue:

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.

Potential Risk:
An unlatched hood can fully open, obstructing the driver's view and increasing the risk of a crash.
FREE Recall Solution:
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.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local TESLA dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: TESLA
Mfg Campaign: SB-24-00-012
Notice Date: Sep 22, 2024
Recall Date: Jul 24, 2024
Tesla, Inc.
NHTSA Campaign: 24V376000 SAFETY RECALL
125.2K Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: May 28, 2024
Safety Issue:

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."

Potential 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.
FREE Recall Solution:
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.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local TESLA dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: TESLA
Mfg Campaign: SB-24-00-008
Notice Date: Jul 26, 2024
Recall Date: May 28, 2024
Tesla, Inc.
NHTSA Campaign: 24V051000 SAFETY RECALL
2.2M Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Jan 30, 2024
Safety Issue:

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012-2023 Model S, 2016-2024 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, 2019-2024 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."

Potential 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.
FREE Recall Solution:
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 SB-24-00-003.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local TESLA dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: TESLA
Mfg Campaign: SB-24-00-003
Notice Date: Feb 21, 2024
Recall Date: Jan 30, 2024
Tesla, Inc.
NHTSA Campaign: 23V838000 SAFETY RECALL
2M Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Dec 12, 2023
Safety Issue:

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling 2012-2023 Model S, 2016-2023 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 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.

Potential 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.
FREE Recall Solution:
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 SB-23-00-008.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local TESLA dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: TESLA
Mfg Campaign: SB-23-00-008
Notice Date: Feb 10, 2024
Recall Date: Dec 12, 2023
Tesla, Inc.
NHTSA Campaign: 23V434000 SAFETY RECALL
26 Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Jun 19, 2023
Safety Issue:

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2023 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles. The pyrotechnic battery disconnect may be defective.

Potential 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.
FREE Recall Solution:
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 SB-23-16-005.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local TESLA dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: TESLA
Mfg Campaign: SB-23-16-005
Notice Date: Aug 18, 2023
Recall Date: Jun 19, 2023
Tesla, Inc.
NHTSA Campaign: 23V085000 SAFETY RECALL
362.8K Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Feb 15, 2023
Safety Issue:

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016-2023 Model S, Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 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.

Potential 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.
FREE Recall Solution:
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 SB-23-00-001.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local TESLA dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: TESLA
Mfg Campaign: SB-23-00-001
Notice Date: Apr 15, 2023
Recall Date: Feb 15, 2023
Tesla, Inc.
NHTSA Campaign: 22V844000 SAFETY RECALL
321.6K Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Nov 15, 2022
Safety Issue:

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2023 Model 3 and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles. One or both taillights may intermittently fail to illuminate.

Potential Risk:
A taillight that fails to illuminate may reduce the visibility of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
FREE Recall Solution:
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 SB-22-00-016.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local TESLA dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: TESLA
Mfg Campaign: SB-22-00-016
Notice Date: Jan 14, 2023
Recall Date: Nov 15, 2022
Tesla, Inc.
NHTSA Campaign: 21V834000 SAFETY RECALL
3 Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Oct 25, 2021
Safety Issue:

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2021, 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."

Potential Risk:
A twisted side curtain air bag may improperly deploy, increasing the risk of injury or occupant ejection during a crash.
FREE Recall Solution:
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 SB-21-20-006.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local TESLA dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: TESLA
Mfg Campaign: SB-21-20-006
Notice Date: Dec 23, 2021
Recall Date: Oct 25, 2021

Consumer Complaints

625 Complaints
Tesla, Inc.
Campaign: 11520831 Other
May 7, 2023
Defect Description:

STEERING

Potential Consequences:

Car steering felt stuck and slid off the road which resulted in crashing into a tree. Tesla features did not help stay in the lane or break in an emergency.

Corrective Action:

Car steering felt stuck and slid off the road which resulted in crashing into a tree. Tesla features did not help stay in the lane or break in an emergency.

Additional Notes:

Car steering felt stuck and slid off the road which resulted in crashing into a tree. Tesla features did not help stay in the lane or break in an emergency.

Manufacturer: TESLA
Mfg Campaign: 11520831
Notice Date: May 7, 2023
Recall Date: May 7, 2023
Tesla, Inc.
Campaign: 11520831 Other
May 7, 2023
Defect Description:

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING

Potential Consequences:

Car steering felt stuck and slid off the road which resulted in crashing into a tree. Tesla features did not help stay in the lane or break in an emergency.

Corrective Action:

Car steering felt stuck and slid off the road which resulted in crashing into a tree. Tesla features did not help stay in the lane or break in an emergency.

Additional Notes:

Car steering felt stuck and slid off the road which resulted in crashing into a tree. Tesla features did not help stay in the lane or break in an emergency.

Manufacturer: TESLA
Mfg Campaign: 11520831
Notice Date: May 7, 2023
Recall Date: May 7, 2023
Tesla, Inc.
Campaign: 11520831 Other
May 7, 2023
Defect Description:

LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST

Potential Consequences:

Car steering felt stuck and slid off the road which resulted in crashing into a tree. Tesla features did not help stay in the lane or break in an emergency.

Corrective Action:

Car steering felt stuck and slid off the road which resulted in crashing into a tree. Tesla features did not help stay in the lane or break in an emergency.

Additional Notes:

Car steering felt stuck and slid off the road which resulted in crashing into a tree. Tesla features did not help stay in the lane or break in an emergency.

Manufacturer: TESLA
Mfg Campaign: 11520831
Notice Date: May 7, 2023
Recall Date: May 7, 2023
Tesla, Inc.
Campaign: 11520582 Other
May 5, 2023
Defect Description:

STEERING

Potential Consequences:

Power steering failure. Vehicle became extremely difficult to turn while moving. Was unable to turn wheel while stopped. Restarted car and power steering came back online and failed again. Restarted a second time and power steering worked for the remainder of the drive. I am currently working with Tesla service to inspect and fix any issues. Safety concern, yes. was not able to make gradual turns while driving. Dealer/service center confirmation: not yet, car is being towed to service center today 5/5/23 inspection: no, car will be inspected by Tesla service center soon Warning: yes internal car system gave me a warning that power steering was not function and that steering may require extra effort.

Corrective Action:

Power steering failure. Vehicle became extremely difficult to turn while moving. Was unable to turn wheel while stopped. Restarted car and power steering came back online and failed again. Restarted a second time and power steering worked for the remainder of the drive. I am currently working with Tesla service to inspect and fix any issues. Safety concern, yes. was not able to make gradual turns while driving. Dealer/service center confirmation: not yet, car is being towed to service center today 5/5/23 inspection: no, car will be inspected by Tesla service center soon Warning: yes internal car system gave me a warning that power steering was not function and that steering may require extra effort.

Additional Notes:

Power steering failure. Vehicle became extremely difficult to turn while moving. Was unable to turn wheel while stopped. Restarted car and power steering came back online and failed again. Restarted a second time and power steering worked for the remainder of the drive. I am currently working with Tesla service to inspect and fix any issues. Safety concern, yes. was not able to make gradual turns while driving. Dealer/service center confirmation: not yet, car is being towed to service center today 5/5/23 inspection: no, car will be inspected by Tesla service center soon Warning: yes internal car system gave me a warning that power steering was not function and that steering may require extra effort.

Manufacturer: TESLA
Mfg Campaign: 11520582
Notice Date: May 5, 2023
Recall Date: May 5, 2023
Tesla, Inc.
Campaign: 11520382 Other
May 4, 2023
Defect Description:

SUSPENSION

Potential Consequences:

During a road trip, autopilot started pulling to the left and right because the autopilot was struggling to center the car in the lane. Driving without autopilot showed that the car was pulling to one side. A wheel alignment by Firestone showed alignment specs consistent with a strike, however the car was not actually struck during the trip. The rims and wheel look intact and brand new, without cracks or bubbles. A visit to the Tesla service center showed that the right hand rear control arm has an enlarged hole, indicating abnormal wear and tear on the suspension elements for a 4-month car with 7,000 miles. The car's steering wheel still feels loose even though the car drives straight.

Corrective Action:

During a road trip, autopilot started pulling to the left and right because the autopilot was struggling to center the car in the lane. Driving without autopilot showed that the car was pulling to one side. A wheel alignment by Firestone showed alignment specs consistent with a strike, however the car was not actually struck during the trip. The rims and wheel look intact and brand new, without cracks or bubbles. A visit to the Tesla service center showed that the right hand rear control arm has an enlarged hole, indicating abnormal wear and tear on the suspension elements for a 4-month car with 7,000 miles. The car's steering wheel still feels loose even though the car drives straight.

Additional Notes:

During a road trip, autopilot started pulling to the left and right because the autopilot was struggling to center the car in the lane. Driving without autopilot showed that the car was pulling to one side. A wheel alignment by Firestone showed alignment specs consistent with a strike, however the car was not actually struck during the trip. The rims and wheel look intact and brand new, without cracks or bubbles. A visit to the Tesla service center showed that the right hand rear control arm has an enlarged hole, indicating abnormal wear and tear on the suspension elements for a 4-month car with 7,000 miles. The car's steering wheel still feels loose even though the car drives straight.

Manufacturer: TESLA
Mfg Campaign: 11520382
Notice Date: May 4, 2023
Recall Date: May 4, 2023
Tesla, Inc.
Campaign: 11520382 Other
May 4, 2023
Defect Description:

STEERING

Potential Consequences:

During a road trip, autopilot started pulling to the left and right because the autopilot was struggling to center the car in the lane. Driving without autopilot showed that the car was pulling to one side. A wheel alignment by Firestone showed alignment specs consistent with a strike, however the car was not actually struck during the trip. The rims and wheel look intact and brand new, without cracks or bubbles. A visit to the Tesla service center showed that the right hand rear control arm has an enlarged hole, indicating abnormal wear and tear on the suspension elements for a 4-month car with 7,000 miles. The car's steering wheel still feels loose even though the car drives straight.

Corrective Action:

During a road trip, autopilot started pulling to the left and right because the autopilot was struggling to center the car in the lane. Driving without autopilot showed that the car was pulling to one side. A wheel alignment by Firestone showed alignment specs consistent with a strike, however the car was not actually struck during the trip. The rims and wheel look intact and brand new, without cracks or bubbles. A visit to the Tesla service center showed that the right hand rear control arm has an enlarged hole, indicating abnormal wear and tear on the suspension elements for a 4-month car with 7,000 miles. The car's steering wheel still feels loose even though the car drives straight.

Additional Notes:

During a road trip, autopilot started pulling to the left and right because the autopilot was struggling to center the car in the lane. Driving without autopilot showed that the car was pulling to one side. A wheel alignment by Firestone showed alignment specs consistent with a strike, however the car was not actually struck during the trip. The rims and wheel look intact and brand new, without cracks or bubbles. A visit to the Tesla service center showed that the right hand rear control arm has an enlarged hole, indicating abnormal wear and tear on the suspension elements for a 4-month car with 7,000 miles. The car's steering wheel still feels loose even though the car drives straight.

Manufacturer: TESLA
Mfg Campaign: 11520382
Notice Date: May 4, 2023
Recall Date: May 4, 2023
Tesla, Inc.
Campaign: 11520534 Other
May 4, 2023
Defect Description:

SUSPENSION

Potential Consequences:

This is an addition to my earlier complaint, NHTSA tracking number # 11520382. To reiterate, in this issue the suspension components failed even though the rim and wheel were pristine, and the sidewall did NOT have bubbles even a week after steering issues were observed. I will submit pictures of the failed suspension components following my service center visit next week.

Corrective Action:

This is an addition to my earlier complaint, NHTSA tracking number # 11520382. To reiterate, in this issue the suspension components failed even though the rim and wheel were pristine, and the sidewall did NOT have bubbles even a week after steering issues were observed. I will submit pictures of the failed suspension components following my service center visit next week.

Additional Notes:

This is an addition to my earlier complaint, NHTSA tracking number # 11520382. To reiterate, in this issue the suspension components failed even though the rim and wheel were pristine, and the sidewall did NOT have bubbles even a week after steering issues were observed. I will submit pictures of the failed suspension components following my service center visit next week.

Manufacturer: TESLA
Mfg Campaign: 11520534
Notice Date: May 4, 2023
Recall Date: May 4, 2023
Tesla, Inc.
Campaign: 11520534 Other
May 4, 2023
Defect Description:

STEERING

Potential Consequences:

This is an addition to my earlier complaint, NHTSA tracking number # 11520382. To reiterate, in this issue the suspension components failed even though the rim and wheel were pristine, and the sidewall did NOT have bubbles even a week after steering issues were observed. I will submit pictures of the failed suspension components following my service center visit next week.

Corrective Action:

This is an addition to my earlier complaint, NHTSA tracking number # 11520382. To reiterate, in this issue the suspension components failed even though the rim and wheel were pristine, and the sidewall did NOT have bubbles even a week after steering issues were observed. I will submit pictures of the failed suspension components following my service center visit next week.

Additional Notes:

This is an addition to my earlier complaint, NHTSA tracking number # 11520382. To reiterate, in this issue the suspension components failed even though the rim and wheel were pristine, and the sidewall did NOT have bubbles even a week after steering issues were observed. I will submit pictures of the failed suspension components following my service center visit next week.

Manufacturer: TESLA
Mfg Campaign: 11520534
Notice Date: May 4, 2023
Recall Date: May 4, 2023
Tesla, Inc.
Campaign: 11520215 Other
May 3, 2023
Defect Description:

SERVICE BRAKES

Potential Consequences:

Hello, I have experienced 2 times the same issue with this new car model. I was driving on a interstate with 2 lanes, no cars in front of me and fortunately no cars behind, I was in autopilot mode and emergency brake system got engaged for no reasons apparently (Phantom braking) and I had to take over immediately. It was scary and I was lucky that no car was behind as it could have created definitely a worse scenario. The first time I was entering a bridge and the color of the asphalt was a bit different from the main road that might have triggered this phantom braking. The second time I entered in a driving area in the shade, here the phantom braking might have been triggered by a sudden change in the sun light. Regards.

Corrective Action:

Hello, I have experienced 2 times the same issue with this new car model. I was driving on a interstate with 2 lanes, no cars in front of me and fortunately no cars behind, I was in autopilot mode and emergency brake system got engaged for no reasons apparently (Phantom braking) and I had to take over immediately. It was scary and I was lucky that no car was behind as it could have created definitely a worse scenario. The first time I was entering a bridge and the color of the asphalt was a bit different from the main road that might have triggered this phantom braking. The second time I entered in a driving area in the shade, here the phantom braking might have been triggered by a sudden change in the sun light. Regards.

Additional Notes:

Hello, I have experienced 2 times the same issue with this new car model. I was driving on a interstate with 2 lanes, no cars in front of me and fortunately no cars behind, I was in autopilot mode and emergency brake system got engaged for no reasons apparently (Phantom braking) and I had to take over immediately. It was scary and I was lucky that no car was behind as it could have created definitely a worse scenario. The first time I was entering a bridge and the color of the asphalt was a bit different from the main road that might have triggered this phantom braking. The second time I entered in a driving area in the shade, here the phantom braking might have been triggered by a sudden change in the sun light. Regards.

Manufacturer: TESLA
Mfg Campaign: 11520215
Notice Date: May 3, 2023
Recall Date: May 3, 2023
Tesla, Inc.
Campaign: 11520215 Other
May 3, 2023
Defect Description:

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING

Potential Consequences:

Hello, I have experienced 2 times the same issue with this new car model. I was driving on a interstate with 2 lanes, no cars in front of me and fortunately no cars behind, I was in autopilot mode and emergency brake system got engaged for no reasons apparently (Phantom braking) and I had to take over immediately. It was scary and I was lucky that no car was behind as it could have created definitely a worse scenario. The first time I was entering a bridge and the color of the asphalt was a bit different from the main road that might have triggered this phantom braking. The second time I entered in a driving area in the shade, here the phantom braking might have been triggered by a sudden change in the sun light. Regards.

Corrective Action:

Hello, I have experienced 2 times the same issue with this new car model. I was driving on a interstate with 2 lanes, no cars in front of me and fortunately no cars behind, I was in autopilot mode and emergency brake system got engaged for no reasons apparently (Phantom braking) and I had to take over immediately. It was scary and I was lucky that no car was behind as it could have created definitely a worse scenario. The first time I was entering a bridge and the color of the asphalt was a bit different from the main road that might have triggered this phantom braking. The second time I entered in a driving area in the shade, here the phantom braking might have been triggered by a sudden change in the sun light. Regards.

Additional Notes:

Hello, I have experienced 2 times the same issue with this new car model. I was driving on a interstate with 2 lanes, no cars in front of me and fortunately no cars behind, I was in autopilot mode and emergency brake system got engaged for no reasons apparently (Phantom braking) and I had to take over immediately. It was scary and I was lucky that no car was behind as it could have created definitely a worse scenario. The first time I was entering a bridge and the color of the asphalt was a bit different from the main road that might have triggered this phantom braking. The second time I entered in a driving area in the shade, here the phantom braking might have been triggered by a sudden change in the sun light. Regards.

Manufacturer: TESLA
Mfg Campaign: 11520215
Notice Date: May 3, 2023
Recall Date: May 3, 2023
Tesla, Inc.
Campaign: 11520126 Other
May 2, 2023
Defect Description:

STEERING

Potential Consequences:

The steering wheel was received misaligned from the factory. When the steering wheel is held straight the vehicle veers to the left.

Corrective Action:

The steering wheel was received misaligned from the factory. When the steering wheel is held straight the vehicle veers to the left.

Additional Notes:

The steering wheel was received misaligned from the factory. When the steering wheel is held straight the vehicle veers to the left.

Manufacturer: TESLA
Mfg Campaign: 11520126
Notice Date: May 2, 2023
Recall Date: May 2, 2023
Tesla, Inc.
Campaign: 11519423 Other
Apr 28, 2023
Defect Description:

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS

Potential Consequences:

The vehicle gives false forward collision warnings which increases my insurance premium. This happened multiple times in the last month.

Corrective Action:

The vehicle gives false forward collision warnings which increases my insurance premium. This happened multiple times in the last month.

Additional Notes:

The vehicle gives false forward collision warnings which increases my insurance premium. This happened multiple times in the last month.

Manufacturer: TESLA
Mfg Campaign: 11519423
Notice Date: Apr 28, 2023
Recall Date: Apr 28, 2023
Tesla, Inc.
Campaign: 11518621 Other
Apr 24, 2023
Defect Description:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Potential Consequences:

2023 TESLA MODEL 3. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO SEVERAL ISSUES WITH THEIR VEHICLE RANGING FROM MINOR TO DANGEROUS. THE CONSUMER STATED UPON THE FIRST DAY OF POSSESSING THE VEHICLE, RUBBER AROUND THE WINDOWS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. IT WAS REPLACED AND A MONTH LATER THE PHONE WAS NOT CONNECTING TO THE BLUETOOTH IN THE VEHICLE, NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM STATES VEHICLE IS ON THE RIGHT WHEN THE NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM WAS NOT ENGAGED, GLOVE BOX WILL NOT OPEN, WINDOW WILL GO DOWN WITHOUT NOTICE, THE APP TO LOCK AND UNLOCK VEHICLE MALFUNCTIONS, WINDOWS SQUEAKING WHEN EXITING THE VEHICLE, SELF LOCKING DEVICE WORKS SPORADICALLY, AND VIDEO RECORDING DEVICE STOP WORKING.

Corrective Action:

2023 TESLA MODEL 3. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO SEVERAL ISSUES WITH THEIR VEHICLE RANGING FROM MINOR TO DANGEROUS. THE CONSUMER STATED UPON THE FIRST DAY OF POSSESSING THE VEHICLE, RUBBER AROUND THE WINDOWS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. IT WAS REPLACED AND A MONTH LATER THE PHONE WAS NOT CONNECTING TO THE BLUETOOTH IN THE VEHICLE, NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM STATES VEHICLE IS ON THE RIGHT WHEN THE NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM WAS NOT ENGAGED, GLOVE BOX WILL NOT OPEN, WINDOW WILL GO DOWN WITHOUT NOTICE, THE APP TO LOCK AND UNLOCK VEHICLE MALFUNCTIONS, WINDOWS SQUEAKING WHEN EXITING THE VEHICLE, SELF LOCKING DEVICE WORKS SPORADICALLY, AND VIDEO RECORDING DEVICE STOP WORKING.

Additional Notes:

2023 TESLA MODEL 3. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO SEVERAL ISSUES WITH THEIR VEHICLE RANGING FROM MINOR TO DANGEROUS. THE CONSUMER STATED UPON THE FIRST DAY OF POSSESSING THE VEHICLE, RUBBER AROUND THE WINDOWS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. IT WAS REPLACED AND A MONTH LATER THE PHONE WAS NOT CONNECTING TO THE BLUETOOTH IN THE VEHICLE, NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM STATES VEHICLE IS ON THE RIGHT WHEN THE NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM WAS NOT ENGAGED, GLOVE BOX WILL NOT OPEN, WINDOW WILL GO DOWN WITHOUT NOTICE, THE APP TO LOCK AND UNLOCK VEHICLE MALFUNCTIONS, WINDOWS SQUEAKING WHEN EXITING THE VEHICLE, SELF LOCKING DEVICE WORKS SPORADICALLY, AND VIDEO RECORDING DEVICE STOP WORKING.

Manufacturer: TESLA
Mfg Campaign: 11518621
Notice Date: Apr 24, 2023
Recall Date: Apr 24, 2023
Tesla, Inc.
Campaign: 11516845 Other
Apr 13, 2023
Defect Description:

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING

Potential Consequences:

The car phantom brakes 50% of the time when I use Enhanced Autopilot Feature on the highway

Corrective Action:

The car phantom brakes 50% of the time when I use Enhanced Autopilot Feature on the highway

Additional Notes:

The car phantom brakes 50% of the time when I use Enhanced Autopilot Feature on the highway

Manufacturer: TESLA
Mfg Campaign: 11516845
Notice Date: Apr 13, 2023
Recall Date: Apr 13, 2023
Tesla, Inc.
Campaign: 11516347 Other
Apr 10, 2023
Defect Description:

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING

Potential Consequences:

Automatic emergency braking. Phantom braking without any real incident

Corrective Action:

Automatic emergency braking. Phantom braking without any real incident

Additional Notes:

Automatic emergency braking. Phantom braking without any real incident

Manufacturer: TESLA
Mfg Campaign: 11516347
Notice Date: Apr 10, 2023
Recall Date: Apr 10, 2023
Tesla, Inc.
Campaign: 11516113 Other
Apr 8, 2023
Defect Description:

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Potential Consequences:

At random times the vehicle will slam on the brakes although there is nothing in front of it. It has happened with vehicles behind me and I have averted multiple crashes by luck I suppose.

Corrective Action:

At random times the vehicle will slam on the brakes although there is nothing in front of it. It has happened with vehicles behind me and I have averted multiple crashes by luck I suppose.

Additional Notes:

At random times the vehicle will slam on the brakes although there is nothing in front of it. It has happened with vehicles behind me and I have averted multiple crashes by luck I suppose.

Manufacturer: TESLA
Mfg Campaign: 11516113
Notice Date: Apr 8, 2023
Recall Date: Apr 8, 2023
Tesla, Inc.
Campaign: 11516113 Other
Apr 8, 2023
Defect Description:

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL

Potential Consequences:

At random times the vehicle will slam on the brakes although there is nothing in front of it. It has happened with vehicles behind me and I have averted multiple crashes by luck I suppose.

Corrective Action:

At random times the vehicle will slam on the brakes although there is nothing in front of it. It has happened with vehicles behind me and I have averted multiple crashes by luck I suppose.

Additional Notes:

At random times the vehicle will slam on the brakes although there is nothing in front of it. It has happened with vehicles behind me and I have averted multiple crashes by luck I suppose.

Manufacturer: TESLA
Mfg Campaign: 11516113
Notice Date: Apr 8, 2023
Recall Date: Apr 8, 2023
Tesla, Inc.
Campaign: 11516113 Other
Apr 8, 2023
Defect Description:

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING

Potential Consequences:

At random times the vehicle will slam on the brakes although there is nothing in front of it. It has happened with vehicles behind me and I have averted multiple crashes by luck I suppose.

Corrective Action:

At random times the vehicle will slam on the brakes although there is nothing in front of it. It has happened with vehicles behind me and I have averted multiple crashes by luck I suppose.

Additional Notes:

At random times the vehicle will slam on the brakes although there is nothing in front of it. It has happened with vehicles behind me and I have averted multiple crashes by luck I suppose.

Manufacturer: TESLA
Mfg Campaign: 11516113
Notice Date: Apr 8, 2023
Recall Date: Apr 8, 2023
Tesla, Inc.
Campaign: 11515998 Other
Apr 7, 2023
Defect Description:

WHEELS

Potential Consequences:

On 3/11/23, around noon time, I drove on I-280 N bound, just past Edgewood Road. It was nice weather, no wind, nothing extra loaded in the car, smooth clean road surface. All of a sudden I saw black pieces flying at my left side of the car through the window, I heard some noise and the car started unbalanced. I pulled the car slowly to the shoulder ... It was a left rear tire blowout! This car was only for 4 months, and drove ~2700 miles. NO warning sign beforehand and no damage on the tire, the rim and the tire cover after carefully examining the Tesla Test Center at 680 El. Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA. Attached are four photos taken on 3/11/23. New tire was replaced on 3/14/23 at SC site, CA. It was charged $441.67 (receipt is not included here)

Corrective Action:

On 3/11/23, around noon time, I drove on I-280 N bound, just past Edgewood Road. It was nice weather, no wind, nothing extra loaded in the car, smooth clean road surface. All of a sudden I saw black pieces flying at my left side of the car through the window, I heard some noise and the car started unbalanced. I pulled the car slowly to the shoulder ... It was a left rear tire blowout! This car was only for 4 months, and drove ~2700 miles. NO warning sign beforehand and no damage on the tire, the rim and the tire cover after carefully examining the Tesla Test Center at 680 El. Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA. Attached are four photos taken on 3/11/23. New tire was replaced on 3/14/23 at SC site, CA. It was charged $441.67 (receipt is not included here)

Additional Notes:

On 3/11/23, around noon time, I drove on I-280 N bound, just past Edgewood Road. It was nice weather, no wind, nothing extra loaded in the car, smooth clean road surface. All of a sudden I saw black pieces flying at my left side of the car through the window, I heard some noise and the car started unbalanced. I pulled the car slowly to the shoulder ... It was a left rear tire blowout! This car was only for 4 months, and drove ~2700 miles. NO warning sign beforehand and no damage on the tire, the rim and the tire cover after carefully examining the Tesla Test Center at 680 El. Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA. Attached are four photos taken on 3/11/23. New tire was replaced on 3/14/23 at SC site, CA. It was charged $441.67 (receipt is not included here)

Manufacturer: TESLA
Mfg Campaign: 11515998
Notice Date: Apr 7, 2023
Recall Date: Apr 7, 2023
Tesla, Inc.
Campaign: 11516044 Other
Apr 7, 2023
Defect Description:

SUSPENSION

Potential Consequences:

I picked up my Tesla Model 3 Performance less than a month ago and from day 1 it has been having vibrations from 40mph all the way up to 80-85 mph. I haven't driven it faster than that due to safety concern. I took it to Tesla and they said they needed to balance the wheels (why wasn't that done on a brand new car already?) Anyways, I take the car back and I was still having the same issue. Tesla has now booked another service and said that my Wheels might have been bent by me! The audacity! I gave them a piece of my mind so they will not charge me for service and will inspect my vehicle soon. Meanwhile I have driven the car 2500 miles and the vibrations have not gone away. I know this problem exists in Model S Plaids as well as with some other Model 3 Performance owners as I reached out on the forums. Tesla has given up and accepted that they cannot repair these issues. Lets see what happens with my car. I plan on taking them to the court for lemon law

Corrective Action:

I picked up my Tesla Model 3 Performance less than a month ago and from day 1 it has been having vibrations from 40mph all the way up to 80-85 mph. I haven't driven it faster than that due to safety concern. I took it to Tesla and they said they needed to balance the wheels (why wasn't that done on a brand new car already?) Anyways, I take the car back and I was still having the same issue. Tesla has now booked another service and said that my Wheels might have been bent by me! The audacity! I gave them a piece of my mind so they will not charge me for service and will inspect my vehicle soon. Meanwhile I have driven the car 2500 miles and the vibrations have not gone away. I know this problem exists in Model S Plaids as well as with some other Model 3 Performance owners as I reached out on the forums. Tesla has given up and accepted that they cannot repair these issues. Lets see what happens with my car. I plan on taking them to the court for lemon law

Additional Notes:

I picked up my Tesla Model 3 Performance less than a month ago and from day 1 it has been having vibrations from 40mph all the way up to 80-85 mph. I haven't driven it faster than that due to safety concern. I took it to Tesla and they said they needed to balance the wheels (why wasn't that done on a brand new car already?) Anyways, I take the car back and I was still having the same issue. Tesla has now booked another service and said that my Wheels might have been bent by me! The audacity! I gave them a piece of my mind so they will not charge me for service and will inspect my vehicle soon. Meanwhile I have driven the car 2500 miles and the vibrations have not gone away. I know this problem exists in Model S Plaids as well as with some other Model 3 Performance owners as I reached out on the forums. Tesla has given up and accepted that they cannot repair these issues. Lets see what happens with my car. I plan on taking them to the court for lemon law

Manufacturer: TESLA
Mfg Campaign: 11516044
Notice Date: Apr 7, 2023
Recall Date: Apr 7, 2023

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