2022 Tesla Model 3 vs 2024 Tesla Model 3
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2022 Tesla Model 3 | 2024 Tesla Model 3 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 752 | 205 |
| Recall campaigns | 17 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 76 | 58 |
| Investigations | 8 | 7 |
| Crash reports | 53 | 21 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 132 | 132 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 6,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Tesla Model 3 | Tesla Model 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 528 | 43 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 171 | 20 |
| Service Brakes | 166 | 3 |
| Electrical System | 56 | 42 |
| Steering | 33 | 35 |
| Lane Departure | 44 | 14 |
| Exterior Lighting | 6 | 26 |
| Visibility/wiper | 15 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 16 | 5 |
| Hesitation / surging | 5 | 0 |
2022 Tesla Model 3
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.