More recall homework
2024 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
2024 Tesla Model 3has more complaint records.
Open investigation signals
2024 Tesla Model 3has more open investigations.
Lower estimated fuel cost
Similar estimatesfuel-cost estimates are similar.
Short answer: Model 3 needs more recall homework, Model 3 has more complaint activity, Model 3 has more severity reports and Model 3 has more open investigation signals. Confirm the exact VIN before buying.
Public-record comparison
Rows show model-year records, not exact VIN status.
| Record | 2025 Tesla Model 3 | 2024 Tesla Model 3 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total recalls | 3 | 4 | Model 3 has 1 more recalls |
| Total complaints | 101 | 193 | Model 3 has 92 more complaints |
| Crash / Fire / Injury / Death reports | 21 / 0 / 4 / 0 | 18 / 0 / 11 / 0 | Model 3 has 4 more severity reports |
| Defect investigations | 4 | 6 | Model 3 has 2 more investigations |
| Open investigations | 3 | 4 | Model 3 has 1 more open investigations |
| Manufacturer communications | 2 | 56 | Model 3 has 54 more communications |
| Recall completion reports | 12 | 18 | Model 3 has 6 more reports |
| Warranty programs | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Service campaigns | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Software notices | 0 | 40 | Model 3 has 40 more software notices |
| Canadian recall records | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Latest recall | Oct 10, 2025 | Jan 7, 2025 | Model 3 has newer activity |
| Latest complaint | May 26, 2026 | May 31, 2026 | Model 3 has newer activity |
| Top complaint categories Top 3 |
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| Similar focus |
| Fuel type | Electric | Electric | Same |
| Efficiency | 26.3757 kWh / 100 mi | 25.8361 kWh / 100 mi | Different |
| Estimated annual fuel cost 15,000 miles / year | $600 | $600 | Similar |
| Safety-rating records | 2 | 2 | Similar |