Electrical system: fuses, relays, contacts, and shunts
Free remedy
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2025 Model 3 and 2026 Model Y vehicles. The battery pack contactors may fail, causing a loss of drive power.
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2025 Tesla Model 3Recalls, problems, MPG & safety
NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls and 0 owner complaints for the 2025 Tesla Model 3. The EPA rates it 109–137 mpg combined.
Combined MPG
109–137mpg
EPA · 4 versions
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
3campaigns
Latest Oct 2025
Owner complaints
0
Filed with NHTSA
Fuel cost / yr
$550est.
EPA estimate, best version
Safety recalls
3 NHTSA campaigns · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN
Back over prevention: software
Free remedy
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Model 3, Model S, 2023-2025 Model X, and Model Y vehicles. The computer circuit board may short, resulting in the loss of the rearview camera image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Tires: pressure monitoring and regulating systems
Over-the-air fixFree remedy
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."
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 7, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
Owner complaints by component
Filed with NHTSA
0 owner complaints found in NHTSA data for the 2025 Tesla Model 3 as of Nov 7, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 7, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
Engines, transmissions & drive
4 versions rated by the EPA
- EPA class
- Midsize Cars
- Engines
- Electric motor
- Transmissions
- Automatic (A1)
- Drive
- Rear-Wheel Drive · All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Electricity
- EV range
- 363 mi (EPA)
Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 7, 2026EPA listing
EPA fuel economy by version
City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Model 3 Long Range RWD Auto (A1) · Rear-Wheel Drive | 145 | 128 | 137 | $550 | — |
| Model 3 Long Range RWD-I (19in wheels) Auto (A1) · Rear-Wheel Drive | 140 | 123 | 131 | $600 | — |
| Model 3 Long Range AWD Auto (A1) · All-Wheel Drive | 133 | 122 | 128 | $600 | — |
| Model 3 Performance AWD Auto (A1) · All-Wheel Drive | 113 | 104 | 109 | $700 | — |
- 137mpg comb.
- 131mpg comb.
- 128mpg comb.
- 109mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 7, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
New Car Assessment Program
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2025 Tesla Model 3 as of Nov 7, 2026.
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 7, 2026
Maintenance basics
General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tire rotation | 6,000–8,000 mi | 6–12 months | EVs wear tires faster (weight, torque) |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–4 years | Regen braking spares the pads, not the fluid |
| Battery coolant | Per manual | Per manual | Intervals vary widely by maker |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years |
- Tire rotation6,000–8,000 mi
6–12 months - Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
1–2 years - Brake fluid—
2–4 years - Battery coolantPer manual
Per manual - 12V battery—
3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
2025 Model 3 questions
How many recalls does the 2025 Tesla Model 3 have?
3 safety recalls as of Nov 7, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.
What are the most common 2025 Tesla Model 3 problems?
No owner complaints were found in NHTSA data as of Nov 7, 2026.
What MPG does the 2025 Tesla Model 3 get?
The EPA rates the 2025 Tesla Model 3 at 109–137 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (4 versions rated).
Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 7, 2026