The 2022 Tesla Model 3 has a high safety risk profile with 2 recall campaigns and 748 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

Recalls

748

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

22V2630002022-18-04

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Model 3 Performance vehicles. The unit of speed (mph or km/h) may fail to display on the speedometer while in Track Mode. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Control and Displays."

The driver may not know how fast the vehicle is traveling without the mph or km/h unit display, increasing the risk of a crash.

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22V7980002022-21-10

SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:ANCHORAGE

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2022 Model 3 vehicles. The second-row left seat belt buckle and second-row center seat belt anchor may have been incorrectly reassembled during vehicle service.

An incorrectly reassembled seat belt anchor can impair the performance of the seat belt during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 748 owners have filed complaints about the 2022 Tesla Model 3. FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Forward Collision Avoidance262

02Vehicle Speed Control,forward Collision Avoidance75

03Service Brakes,forward Collision Avoidance72

04Vehicle Speed Control,service Brakes,forward Collision Avoidance48

05Unknown Or Other35

748 total across 1 model years (2022–2022)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Tesla Model 3 Fuel Economy

113–132mpg combined

118-138city

107-126hwy

$550-$650/yr

Across 3 configurations, the 2022 Tesla Model 3 returns 113–132 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim

Model 3 RWD - Automatic (A1)

132mpg

Rear-Wheel DriveEV

138 city126 hwy~$550/yr10/10 Clean

Model 3 Long Range AWD - Automatic (A1)

131mpg

All-Wheel DriveEV

134 city126 hwy~$600/yr10/10 Clean

Model 3 Performance AWD - Automatic (A1)

113mpg

All-Wheel DriveEV

118 city107 hwy~$650/yr10/10 Clean

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2022 Tesla Model 3

29States

38%in top 3

14% of the market sits in Washington DC, though listings span 29 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

DCWashington DC

66514%

CACalifornia

61013%

MDMaryland

47010%

TXTexas

3858%

FLFlorida

2946%

GAGeorgia

2626%

AZArizona

2195%

WAWashington

1904%

UTUtah

1383%

NVNevada

1243%

NCNorth Carolina

1203%

ILIllinois

1142%

TN79

OR73

PA69

MO68

IN67

OH64

NJ60

CO56

NY55

DE52

WI47

NM41

HI35

OK35

AL32

MI29

MA26

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2022.

2022 Tesla Model 3 Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 2022 Tesla Model 3 a good car to buy?

The 2022 Tesla Model 3 has 2 recalls on record. There are 2 recalls on record, so check that they've been completed before buying. The most commonly reported issue area is forward collision avoidance, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

Are there recalls on the 2022 Tesla Model 3?

NHTSA shows 2 recall campaigns for the 2022 Tesla Model 3. Before buying, verify all recalls are complete. The dealer must fix them at no charge. See the safety section for the full list.

What's the gas mileage of the 2022 Tesla Model 3?

Depending on configuration, the 2022 Tesla Model 3 delivers 113–132 MPG combined. Choose wisely. The full comparison shows how engine choice affects your wallet.

What are common problems with the 2022 Tesla Model 3?

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE is the number-one complaint area for the 2022 Tesla Model 3, based on 748 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.