2019 Tesla Model 3 Recalls & Known Issues
Check recalls and known issues for the 2019 Tesla Model 3. Safety information and reliability rating.
Reliability Overview
averageThe 2019 Tesla Model 3 has multiple NHTSA campaigns, including suspension, seat-belt, software, and labeling recalls. Owners commonly report suspension wear, 12-volt battery failures, HVAC problems, and electronic faults; operating costs can be low, but out-of-warranty repairs may be expensive.
Open Recalls (6)
Air Bags
Certain 2019 Model 3 vehicles may have a driver-side sun visor without the required air-bag warning information.[2][4]
Campaign: 19V-719 | Reported: 2019-10-03
Suspension
Front suspension lateral-link fasteners may loosen, potentially affecting wheel alignment and vehicle control.[10]
Campaign: 21V-835 | Reported: 2021-10-28
Forward Collision Avoidance: Software
Certain vehicles with affected software could experience reduced or unavailable forward-collision warning and automatic emergency braking functionality.[8]
Campaign: 21V-846 | Reported: 2021-11-12
Seat Belts: Rear Anchorage
Certain vehicles may have an improperly attached second-row outboard seat-belt anchorage.[5]
Campaign: 22V-798 | Reported: 2022-10-27
Suspension
This recall expanded an earlier campaign for 2018-2019 Model 3 vehicles in which front suspension lateral-link fasteners may loosen.[10]
Campaign: 23V-235 | Reported: 2023-03-30
Seat Belts: Front Warning Light/Devices
Certain vehicles may fail to provide the required visual and audible front-seat-belt reminder under specified conditions.[9]
Campaign: 24V-376 | Reported: 2024-05-30
Known Issues
Premature control-arm, lateral-link, or ball-joint wear causing clunks, uneven tire wear, or alignment problems
Typical mileage: 30,000-80,000
$300 - $2,500
12-volt battery failure causing warning messages or vehicle non-start conditions
Typical mileage: 3-6 years
$150 - $500
Heat-pump or HVAC malfunction, including weak heating, cooling, or compressor noise
Typical mileage: 30,000-100,000
$300 - $3,000
Door-handle, window-regulator, or window-seal problems
Typical mileage: 20,000-80,000
$150 - $1,200
Infotainment, touchscreen, camera, or sensor faults
Typical mileage: 20,000-100,000
$0 - $2,500
Battery degradation and occasional charging or charge-port faults
Typical mileage: 80,000-150,000
$200 - $16,000
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