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Tesla Model 3 2017–2023 recalls (NHTSA) and what to check on an auction car

31 NHTSA recall campaigns for the Tesla Model 3 2017–2023: components, model years and what to inspect on a salvage car from the US.

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Tesla Model 3 recalls at a glance

We checked the Tesla Model 3 model years 2017–2023. NHTSA lists 31 recall campaigns, covering model years 2017–2023. 28 of them involve parts worth checking separately after a crash: restraints, structure, steering, suspension, brakes, electrical or ADAS.

A recall does not mean a specific car is defective or damaged. For a Copart or IAAI car it is a checklist: was the remedy done, and did the impact hit the same component?

This summary is generated only from official NHTSA fields, with no news rewriting. Always check your exact VIN on nhtsa.gov because a campaign may cover only part of the VIN range.

26V507000: Exterior Lighting:Headlights

Campaign 26V507000 (2026-08-05): EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS, model years 2017–2023.

What to check on an auction car: lamps and their mounts after an impact. Ask for proof that campaign 26V507000 was completed.

NHTSA summary: "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2023 Model 3 and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles. The headlight low beams may be too bright and exceed the maximum light output. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.""

26V283000: Back Over Prevention:Software

Campaign 26V283000 (2026-05-05): BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE, model years 2017, 2021, 2022, 2023.

What to check on an auction car: rear camera and wiring. Ask for proof that campaign 26V283000 was completed.

NHTSA summary: "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017, 2021-2023 Model 3, 2020-2023 Model Y, 2021-2023 Model S, and Model X vehicles operating software version 2026.8.6. The rearview camera image may be delayed when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility.""

25V092000: Steering:Electric Power Assist System

Campaign 25V092000 (2025-02-15): STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM, model years 2023.

What to check on an auction car: steering rack and tie rods after a wheel impact, play, EPS faults. Ask for proof that campaign 25V092000 was completed.

NHTSA summary: "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2023 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles operating software prior to 2023.38.4. The printed circuit board for the electronic power steering assist may experience an overstress condition, causing a loss of power steering assist when the vehicle reaches a stop and then accelerates again."

24V935000: Tires:Pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems

Campaign 24V935000 (2024-12-17): TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS, model years 2017–2023.

What to check on an auction car: tyre condition and age. Ask for proof that campaign 24V935000 was completed.

NHTSA summary: "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Cybertruck, 2017-2025 Model 3, and 2020-2025 Model Y vehicles. The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light may not remain illuminated between drive cycles, failing to warn the driver of low tire pressure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems.""

24V554000: Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:Latch

Campaign 24V554000 (2024-07-24): LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH, model years 2021–2023.

What to check on an auction car: door, hood and tailgate latches. Ask for proof that campaign 24V554000 was completed.

NHTSA summary: "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Model 3, Model S, Model X, and 2020-2024 Model Y vehicles. The hood latch assembly may fail to detect an unlatched hood condition after the hood has been opened."

24V376000: Seat Belts:Front:Warning Light/Devices

Campaign 24V376000 (2024-05-28): SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WARNING LIGHT/DEVICES, model years 2017–2023.

What to check on an auction car: pretensioners after a crash, whether deployed belts were replaced. Ask for proof that campaign 24V376000 was completed.

NHTSA summary: "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012-2024 Model S, 2015-2024 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles. In the event of an unbelted driver, the seat belt warning light and audible chime may not activate as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection.""

24V153000: Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings:External/Pedestrian Alert

Campaign 24V153000 (2024-02-27): FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS:EXTERNAL/PEDESTRIAN ALERT, model years 2018–2022.

What to check on an auction car: radar/camera mounting and calibration after front-end repair. Ask for proof that campaign 24V153000 was completed.

NHTSA summary: "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2013, 2018-2021 Model S, 2020-2021 Model X, 2018-2022 Model 3, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles. A factory reset muted the Pedestrian Warning System (PWS) sounds. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 141, "Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid and Electric Vehicles.""

24V051000: Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/Panel

Campaign 24V051000 (2024-01-30): ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL, model years 2017–2023.

What to check on an auction car: wiring in the impact zone, module faults, water traces. Ask for proof that campaign 24V051000 was completed.

NHTSA summary: "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012-2023 Model S, 2016-2024 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, 2019-2024 Model Y, and 2024 Cybertruck vehicles. An incorrect font size is displayed on the instrument panel for the Brake, Park, and Antilock Brake System (ABS) warning lights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 105, "Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems" and 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems.""

23V838000: Electrical System:Adas:Autonomous/Self Driving:Software

Campaign 23V838000 (2023-12-12): ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING:SOFTWARE, model years 2017–2023.

What to check on an auction car: wiring in the impact zone, module faults, water traces. Ask for proof that campaign 23V838000 was completed.

NHTSA summary: "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling 2012-2023 Model S, 2016-2023 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles equipped with all versions of Autosteer leading up to the version(s) that contains the recall remedy. In certain circumstances when Autosteer is engaged, the prominence and scope of the feature's controls may not be sufficient to prevent driver misuse of the SAE Level 2 advanced driver-assistance feature."

23V434000: Electrical System:Propulsion System:Traction Battery

Campaign 23V434000 (2023-06-19): ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY, model years 2023.

What to check on an auction car: wiring in the impact zone, module faults, water traces. Ask for proof that campaign 23V434000 was completed.

NHTSA summary: "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2023 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles. The pyrotechnic battery disconnect may be defective."

23V235000: Suspension:Front

Campaign 23V235000 (2023-03-31): SUSPENSION:FRONT, model years 2018–2019.

What to check on an auction car: arms, struts and alignment after a wheel impact. Ask for proof that campaign 23V235000 was completed.

NHTSA summary: "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Model 3 vehicles. The front suspension lateral link fasteners may loosen, allowing the lateral link to separate from the sub-frame."

23V085000: Steering:Automated/Adaptive Steering

Campaign 23V085000 (2023-02-15): STEERING:AUTOMATED/ADAPTIVE STEERING, model years 2017–2023.

What to check on an auction car: steering rack and tie rods after a wheel impact, play, EPS faults. Ask for proof that campaign 23V085000 was completed.

NHTSA summary: "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016-2023 Model S, Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles equipped with Full Self-Driving Beta (FSD Beta) software or pending installation.  The FSD Beta system may allow the vehicle to act unsafe around intersections, such as traveling straight through an intersection while in a turn-only lane, entering a stop sign-controlled intersection without coming to a complete stop, or proceeding into an intersection during a steady yellow traffic signal without due caution. In addition, the system may respond insufficiently to changes in pos"

Before you bid

Match the impact zone on the lot photos with this list. If the damage touches a recalled component, budget for an inspection and the recall part.

Run the VIN on NHTSA and order a VinWind report for visible damage, hidden parts behind the impact and a repair estimate.

Sources

  • www.nhtsa.gov — NHTSA campaign 26V507000; api.nhtsa.gov recallsByVehicle 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022
  • www.nhtsa.gov — NHTSA campaign 26V283000; api.nhtsa.gov recallsByVehicle 2017, 2021, 2022, 2023
  • www.nhtsa.gov — NHTSA campaign 25V092000; api.nhtsa.gov recallsByVehicle 2023
  • www.nhtsa.gov — NHTSA campaign 24V935000; api.nhtsa.gov recallsByVehicle 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022
  • www.nhtsa.gov — NHTSA campaign 24V554000; api.nhtsa.gov recallsByVehicle 2021, 2022, 2023
  • www.nhtsa.gov — NHTSA campaign 24V376000; api.nhtsa.gov recallsByVehicle 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022
  • www.nhtsa.gov — NHTSA campaign 24V153000; api.nhtsa.gov recallsByVehicle 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022
  • www.nhtsa.gov — NHTSA campaign 24V051000; api.nhtsa.gov recallsByVehicle 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022
  • www.nhtsa.gov — NHTSA campaign 23V838000; api.nhtsa.gov recallsByVehicle 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022
  • www.nhtsa.gov — NHTSA campaign 23V434000; api.nhtsa.gov recallsByVehicle 2023
  • www.nhtsa.gov — NHTSA campaign 23V235000; api.nhtsa.gov recallsByVehicle 2018, 2019
  • www.nhtsa.gov — NHTSA campaign 23V085000; api.nhtsa.gov recallsByVehicle 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022
  • www.nhtsa.gov — NHTSA campaign 22V844000; api.nhtsa.gov recallsByVehicle 2023
  • www.nhtsa.gov — NHTSA campaign 22V798000; api.nhtsa.gov recallsByVehicle 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022
  • www.nhtsa.gov — NHTSA campaign 22V702000; api.nhtsa.gov recallsByVehicle 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022
  • www.nhtsa.gov — NHTSA campaign 22V317000; api.nhtsa.gov recallsByVehicle 2021
  • www.nhtsa.gov — NHTSA campaign 22V296000; api.nhtsa.gov recallsByVehicle 2022
  • www.nhtsa.gov — NHTSA campaign 22V263000; api.nhtsa.gov recallsByVehicle 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022
  • www.nhtsa.gov — NHTSA campaign 22V235000; api.nhtsa.gov recallsByVehicle 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022
  • www.nhtsa.gov — NHTSA campaign 22V169000; api.nhtsa.gov recallsByVehicle 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020
  • www.nhtsa.gov — NHTSA campaign 22V063000; api.nhtsa.gov recallsByVehicle 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022
  • www.nhtsa.gov — NHTSA campaign 22V050000; api.nhtsa.gov recallsByVehicle 2021, 2022
  • www.nhtsa.gov — NHTSA campaign 22V045000; api.nhtsa.gov recallsByVehicle 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022
  • www.nhtsa.gov — NHTSA campaign 22V037000; api.nhtsa.gov recallsByVehicle 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022
  • www.nhtsa.gov — NHTSA campaign 21V00D000; api.nhtsa.gov recallsByVehicle 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020
  • www.nhtsa.gov — NHTSA campaign 21V846000; api.nhtsa.gov recallsByVehicle 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
  • www.nhtsa.gov — NHTSA campaign 21V835000; api.nhtsa.gov recallsByVehicle 2019, 2020, 2021
  • www.nhtsa.gov — NHTSA campaign 21V834000; api.nhtsa.gov recallsByVehicle 2020, 2021, 2023
  • www.nhtsa.gov — NHTSA campaign 21V389000; api.nhtsa.gov recallsByVehicle 2018, 2019, 2020
  • www.nhtsa.gov — NHTSA campaign 21V387000; api.nhtsa.gov recallsByVehicle 2019, 2020, 2021
  • www.nhtsa.gov — NHTSA campaign 19V719000; api.nhtsa.gov recallsByVehicle 2019