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Tesla Model 3 by model year
We have EPA fuel economy for 11 model years of the Tesla Model 3 (2017–2027). The 2027 model is rated 111 MPGe combined. Across these years NHTSA's file lists 36 different recall campaigns.
Recall file dated Oct 27, 2026 · EPA file dated Sep 29, 2026
Compare Tesla Model 3 years
Pick a year for trim-by-trim fuel economy, every recall with its remedy, the components owners complain about most and NHTSA crash-test scores.
| Model year | Versions | EPA combined | Recalls | Complaints | Overall rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Model 3 | 1 | 111 MPGe | — | — | — |
| 2026 Model 3 | 5 | 111–139 MPGe | 1 | 29 | 5/5 |
| 2025 Model 3 | 4 | 109–137 MPGe | 3 | 122 | — |
| 2024 Model 3 | 5 | 112–137 MPGe | 5 | 222 | — |
| 2023 Model 3 | 3 | 113–132 MPGe | 12 | 428 | 5/5 |
| 2022 Model 3 | 3 | 113–132 MPGe | 18 | 773 | 5/5 |
| 2021 Model 3 | 3 | 113–142 MPGe | 22 | 673 | 5/5 |
| 2020 Model 3 | 8 | 113–141 MPGe | 21 | 452 | 5/5 |
| 2019 Model 3 | 6 | 116–133 MPGe | 22 | 620 | 5/5 |
| 2018 Model 3 | 4 | 116–130 MPGe | 19 | 1,034 | 5/5 |
| 2017 Model 3 | 1 | 126 MPGe | 16 | 27 | — |
Fuel economy: FuelEconomy.gov (DOE/EPA). Recalls and complaints: NHTSA files. A dash means we could not match that year to NHTSA records by name or no rating is published.
Complaint counts grow as a model ages, so older years usually show more complaints than newer ones.
What the numbers mean
EPA combined is the Environmental Protection Agency's blended city and highway estimate from standardized lab tests; ranges cover all engines and drivetrains sold that year. Recalls counts NHTSA safety recall campaigns that name that model year. Complaints counts unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA since 2015. Overall rating is the best NHTSA 5-Star score among the tested versions.
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Latest Tesla Model 3 recalls
The most recent recall campaigns covering any Tesla Model 3 year we list. Open a model year for the full description and remedy.
- 26V507000 — Exterior lighting: Headlights, reported Aug 4, 2026; model years 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023
- 26V445000 — Air bags: Knee bolster, reported Jul 7, 2026; model years 2024
- 26V283000 — Back over prevention: Software, reported May 4, 2026; model years 2017, 2021, 2022, 2023
- 25V690000 — Electrical system: Propulsion system: Fuses, relays, contacts, and shunts, reported Oct 10, 2025; model years 2025
- 25V410000 — Seats: Critical fasteners, reported Jun 18, 2025; model years 2026
- 25V092000 — Steering: Electric power assist system, reported Feb 14, 2025; model years 2023
- 25V002000 — Back over prevention: Software, reported Jan 6, 2025; model years 2024, 2025
- 24V935000 — Tires: Pressure monitoring and regulating systems, reported Dec 17, 2024; model years 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025
- 24V554000 — Electrical system: Software, reported Jul 24, 2024; model years 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
- 24V376000 — Seat belts: Front: Warning light/devices, reported May 28, 2024; model years 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether your car is affected with your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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Sources
- FuelEconomy.gov vehicles file (U.S. DOE and EPA), dated Sep 29, 2026.
- NHTSA recall and consumer complaint flat files, dated Oct 27, 2026; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings API.
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