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2020 Tesla Model 3: recalls, problems and warranty extensions

Everything US government records hold on the 2020 Tesla Model 3 as a model. To see how it applies to one car, and to check its mileage and VIN, enter the VIN.

21Safety recalls
452Owner complaints to NHTSA
14Defect investigations
5/5NHTSA overall crash rating

Most-reported problems

What 2020 Tesla Model 3 owners report most often to NHTSA, and the mileage where most reports fall.

Forward Collision Avoidance157Most reports between 0 and 30k miles
Unknown Or Other81Most reports between 0 and 10k miles
Vehicle Speed Control69Most reports between 0 and 10k miles
Service Brakes48Most reports between 0 and 10k miles
Steering47Most reports between 0 and 20k miles
Suspension46Most reports between 0 and 10k miles
Your VIN report marks where your car's odometer sits on each of these ranges.

Safety recalls

Recalls issued for the 2020 Tesla Model 3. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

  • Electrical System: AdasJan 2022 · Campaign 22V037000
  • Air Bags: Side/WindowOct 2021 · Campaign 21V834000
  • Suspension: Critical FastenersOct 2021 · Campaign 21V835000
  • Electrical System: SoftwareFeb 2022 · Campaign 22V045000
  • Seat BeltsMay 2021 · Campaign 21V389000
  • Electrical System: WiringDec 2021 · Campaign 21V00D000
  • Service Brakes, Hydraulic: Foundation ComponentsMay 2021 · Campaign 21V387000
  • Forward Collision Avoidance: Sensing SystemOct 2021 · Campaign 21V846000
  • Electrical System: SoftwareFeb 2022 · Campaign 22V063000
  • Back Over Prevention: Display FunctionMar 2022 · Campaign 22V169000
  • Electrical System: SoftwareApr 2022 · Campaign 22V235000
  • Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/PanelApr 2022 · Campaign 22V263000
Whether a recall was done is shown by the dealer or NHTSA's recall lookup. Your report lists each one with the risk and the fix.

Defect investigations

NHTSA investigations that include this model.

  • Lower Lateral Link detachmentPE26006 · opened Jul 2026 · open
  • FSD Collisions in Reduced Roadway Visibility ConditionsEA26002 · opened Mar 2026 · open
  • Traffic safety violations while Full Self Driving ("FSD") is engagedPE25012 · opened Oct 2025 · open
  • Compliance with Standing General Order 2021-01 Reporting RequirementsAQ25002 · opened Aug 2025 · open
  • Actually Smart Summon sessions resulting in low-speed impacts.PE24033 · opened Jan 2025 · closed Apr 2026
  • FSD Collisions in Reduced Roadway Visibility ConditionsPE24031 · opened Oct 2024 · closed Mar 2026

Other years

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Sources: NHTSA recalls, owner complaints, NCAP crash ratings, manufacturer communications and defect investigations. Model-level data: individual cars may differ.