Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/14/2026
Elevated complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Electrical System — runs 1.7× the fleet median for that category across the 2547 model-years tracked on this site.
199Complaints
4Recalls
20Crashes
0Fires
18Injured
0Deaths
Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.
Is this problem acknowledged?
The most-reported problem — Electrical System (18.1% of complaints) — is the subject of an open NHTSA investigation (EA26002, opened Mar 2026).
Electrical System complaints here are 1.7× the median for that category across the 2547 model-years tracked on this site.
1 of the 6 most-reported categories on this page are backed by a recall or open investigation; the other 5 rest on owner reports alone.
Complaint category
Reports
Official status
Reference
Electrical System
36 · 18.1%
Under investigation
EA26002 · PE25012 · AQ25002 · RQ24009
Steering
35 · 17.6%
No official action
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Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Percentages are the share of the 199 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
Park itPark outside Specimen badges — shown on a recall card only when NHTSA sets the flag. None of the campaigns above carries either flag. Always check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners report
“In instances of rain or snow. The horn along with the pedestrian warning system do not function properly and arenât audible. It appears to me…”NHTSA complaint 11635280 — filed 01/10/2025 · UNKNOWN OR OTHER
“Car horn is muffled or no sound when driving in rain or exposed to water. It takes 30min-4h to dry out to be fully functional…”NHTSA complaint 11635234 — filed 01/10/2025 · UNKNOWN OR OTHER
“Car horn is muffled or no sound when driving in rain or exposed to water. It takes 30min-4h to dry out to be fully functional…”NHTSA complaint 11635232 — filed 01/10/2025 · UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.
Complaint trend by year filed
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2024 Tesla Model 3?
Unknown or other issues are the most-reported category, cited in 64 of 199 NHTSA complaints (32.2%), followed by electrical system (36), steering (35), forward collision avoidance: adaptive cruise control (27). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many complaints does the 2024 Tesla Model 3 have?
199 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/14/2026. Of those, 20 involved a crash, 0 involved a fire, and 18 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.
Does the 2024 Tesla Model 3 have any recalls?
Yes — 4 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 24V284000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Has NHTSA acted on the 2024 Tesla Model 3's reported problems?
1 of the 6 most-reported complaint categories on this page is backed by an NHTSA safety recall or open investigation; the rest are unverified owner reports. NHTSA has an open investigation (EA26002) into electrical system that has not led to a recall. A recall means a free repair is available at authorized dealers.
Is a complaint proof of a defect?
No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.
About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/14/2026.
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