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2026 Tesla Model 3 recalls and problems

1 recall and 29 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2026 Tesla Model 3.

1
recalls
29
owner complaints
9
complaints mentioning a crash
0
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2026 Tesla Model 3 recalls

Seats: critical fasteners

NHTSA campaign 25V410000 · reported June 18, 2025 · Tesla, Inc. · 48 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2026 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles. The fasteners attaching the seat back to the seat bottom may have been improperly tightened.
The risk
The seat may not properly restrain the occupant, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
The fix
Tesla Service Centers will inspect and tighten or replace the seat assembly fasteners as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 16, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-25-13-003.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Oct 15, 2026 · Unknown or other

On […], the owner of a 2026 Tesla Model 3, left the garage of her house in the Tesla, and engaged the self-driving as the driver has done dozens of time in the past. The car proceeded down the driveway, as it has always done in the past. However, in an instant, before the driver had time to react, the car went…

Oct 6, 2026 · Steering · 450 miles

The contact owns a 2026 Tesla Model 3. The contact stated that while driving 65 MPH, the steering wheel independently turned to the left and the right. The brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop as intended. The contact stated that the vehicle was shaking and uncontrollable. The contact…

Oct 5, 2026 · Steering

Car was in self-driving and struck a piece of concrete. The car was in hands free and was being monitored by me, the driver. This obstruction was in the left side of the lane, about 2" tall, a foot wide and 6" across. I thought the car would see it and miss it but I was wrong, it clipped the concrete, punctured the…

Sep 30, 2026 · Electrical system · 9,999 miles

The contact owns a 2026 Tesla Model 3. The contact stated that while driving 35 MPH with the Autonomous Self-Driving feature enabled, the vehicle was driving in the left-turn lane and jerked over into the oncoming traffic. The failure mileage was approximately 9,999.

Sep 26, 2026 · Unknown or other

I had FSD (Full Self Driving) (Supervised) enabled. The navigation map and turn instructions (which appear on the right side of the touchscreen) indicated that my car was to make a left turn at the upcoming intersection. After a full stop (at the Stop sign), my car crept out into the intersection, preparing to make an…

Model 3 model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2023 12428731
2024 5222281
2025 3122260
2026 12990

Across all years, the 2018 Model 3 has the most complaints (1,034). All Tesla Model 3 years →

Questions

Does the 2026 Tesla Model 3 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2026 Tesla Model 3, the most recent reported on June 18, 2025 (Seats: critical fasteners). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2026 Tesla Model 3?
Owners have filed 29 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is unknown or other (10 complaints), followed by forward collision avoidance (7).
How many 2026 Tesla Model 3 complaints mention a crash or fire?
9 of 29 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 3 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received October 15, 2026.