More recall homework
2019 Tesla Model 3has more recalls listed.
Compare two vehicles
Spot recall, complaint, investigation, and fuel-cost differences before you trust the listing. No VIN required to start.
More complaint activity
2019 Tesla Model 3has more complaint records.
Open investigation signals
Similar activityOpen investigation counts are similar.
Lower estimated fuel cost
Similar estimatesfuel-cost estimates are similar.
Short answer: Model 3 needs more recall homework, Model 3 has more complaint activity and Model 3 has more severity reports. Confirm the exact VIN before buying.
Public-record comparison
Rows show model-year records, not exact VIN status.
| Record | 2020 Tesla Model 3 | 2019 Tesla Model 3 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total recalls | 20 | 21 | Model 3 has 1 more recalls |
| Total complaints | 427 | 587 | Model 3 has 160 more complaints |
| Crash / Fire / Injury / Death reports | 50 / 2 / 24 / 2 | 58 / 5 / 19 / 3 | Model 3 has 7 more severity reports |
| Defect investigations | 12 | 68 | Model 3 has 56 more investigations |
| Open investigations | 5 | 5 | Similar |
| Manufacturer communications | 111 | 105 | Model 3 has 6 more communications |
| Recall completion reports | 132 | 146 | Model 3 has 14 more reports |
| Warranty programs | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Service campaigns | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Software notices | 40 | 40 | Similar |
| Canadian recall records | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Latest recall | Dec 17, 2024 | Dec 17, 2024 | Similar |
| Latest complaint | May 21, 2026 | May 19, 2026 | Model 3 has newer activity |
| Top complaint categories Top 3 |
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| Similar focus |
| Fuel type | Electric | Electric | Same |
| Efficiency | 25.8779 kWh / 100 mi | 25.8779 kWh / 100 mi | Same |
| Estimated annual fuel cost 15,000 miles / year | $600 | $600 | Similar |
| Safety-rating records | 2 | 2 | Similar |