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2023 Tesla

Model 3 RWD

Auto (A1)

Tesla Model 3: best and worst years
2023 Tesla Model 3 RWD (photo 1 of 2)
2023 photoAlexander-93CC BY-SA 4.0Wikimedia Commons

Overview

Body
Midsize CarsEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Transmission
Automatic (A1)EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Powertrain
ElectricEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Fuel
ElectricityEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Engine & performance

HP
257
Power to weight
0.070 hp/lb
Motor kW
192EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy
126 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
MPG City
138 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
MPG Comb
132 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Fuel $/yr
$550EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Eco Score
10/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Smog score
10/10
Elec. Range
272 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Range per hour (240V)
26 mi/hr
Recharge hrs
10.4EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Real-world MPG
118.6 mpg, reported by 5 driversabout 13.4 mpg below the EPA combined estimate
SmartWay certified
Yes

Dimensions & capacity

Length
185 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Width
73 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Height
57 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Wheelbase
113 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Curb Weight
3,686 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Pass. Vol
97 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Cargo Vol
15 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Safety NHTSA, model year

Overall crash rating
★★★★★
Rollover rating
★★★★★
Stability control (ESC)
Standard
Forward-collision warning
Standard
Lane-departure warning
Standard
Recalls
11
Owner complaints
404
Reported injuries
48

Reported problems NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE26%
  • STEERING13%
  • VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL10%
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER9%
  • SERVICE BRAKES8%
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM8%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 634 total.

Tesla Model 3: best and worst years

Federal investigations NHTSA defect investigations, model year

  • EA26002Openopened Mar 18, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS

    FSD Collisions in Reduced Roadway Visibility Conditions

  • PE25012Openopened Oct 7, 2025ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS

    Traffic safety violations while Full Self Driving ("FSD") is engaged

  • AQ25002Openopened Aug 20, 2025ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS

    Compliance with Standing General Order 2021-01 Reporting Requirements

  • PE24033opened Jan 6, 2025ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING

    Actually Smart Summon sessions resulting in low-speed impacts.

  • PE24031opened Oct 17, 2024ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS

    FSD Collisions in Reduced Roadway Visibility Conditions

  • RQ24009Openopened Apr 25, 2024ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:DRIVER MONITORING:SOFTWARE

    Recall 23V838 Remedy Effectiveness

  • EA24001Openopened Feb 1, 2024STEERING

    Loss of steering control

  • PE23014opened Jul 28, 2023STEERING

    Loss of steering control

  • and 3 more

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

60 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • May 8, 2026SERVICE BRAKESSB-26-33-001

    On certain Model 3 vehicles, brake lines may be corroded beyond acceptable limits, which may result in loss of brake fluid. Loss of brake fluid will result in a customer facing alert if the fluid reaches the predetermined level to trigger an alert. Upon customer complaint of a low brake fluid alert, evidence of a brake fluid leak, or a failed periodic roadworthiness inspection, inspect the brake lines. If corrosion is found on any of the brake lines, replace all brake lines on the vehicle with n

  • Jun 24, 2025SUSPENSIONSB-25-31-004

    A firmware diagnosis feature is being introduced on Model 3 and Model Y vehicles that monitors wheel alignment over time. This feature detects changes in wheel alignment that may be related to incorrect tire pressures, degraded ball joints, bushings or damaged suspension links. If the feature determines that an inspection at a Tesla Service Center is required, a customer-facing alert will appear on the touchscreen.

  • Sep 30, 2024UNKNOWN OR OTHERfsd-12-5-4-1_s3xy.pdf

    Tesla does not provide physical owner's manual copies. Instead, all available owner’s manual content is integrated into the vehicle software, and only the content relevant for a given vehicle, based on vehicle configuration and software version installed, is displayed on its touchscreen. This file contains all available owner’s manual content for the vehicle converted to PDF format, and given the distribution method and NHTSA’s submission format requirements, it is the best available representat

  • Sep 30, 2024UNKNOWN OR OTHERfsd-12-5-4_s3xy.pdf

    Tesla does not provide physical owner's manual copies. Instead, all available owner’s manual content is integrated into the vehicle software, and only the content relevant for a given vehicle, based on vehicle configuration and software version installed, is displayed on its touchscreen. This file contains all available owner’s manual content for the vehicle converted to PDF format, and given the distribution method and NHTSA’s submission format requirements, it is the best available representat

  • Sep 30, 2024UNKNOWN OR OTHERfsd-12-5-3_s3xy.pdf

    Tesla does not provide physical owner's manual copies. Instead, all available owner’s manual content is integrated into the vehicle software, and only the content relevant for a given vehicle, based on vehicle configuration and software version installed, is displayed on its touchscreen. This file contains all available owner’s manual content for the vehicle converted to PDF format, and given the distribution method and NHTSA’s submission format requirements, it is the best available representat

  • Sep 30, 2024UNKNOWN OR OTHER2024.38_s3xy.pdf

    Tesla does not provide physical owner's manual copies. Instead, all available owner’s manual content is integrated into the vehicle software, and only the content relevant for a given vehicle, based on vehicle configuration and software version installed, is displayed on its touchscreen. This file contains all available owner’s manual content for the vehicle converted to PDF format, and given the distribution method and NHTSA’s submission format requirements, it is the best available representat

  • Sep 30, 2024UNKNOWN OR OTHER2024.26.9_s3xy.pdf

    Tesla does not provide physical owner's manual copies. Instead, all available owner’s manual content is integrated into the vehicle software, and only the content relevant for a given vehicle, based on vehicle configuration and software version installed, is displayed on its touchscreen. This file contains all available owner’s manual content for the vehicle converted to PDF format, and given the distribution method and NHTSA’s submission format requirements, it is the best available representat

  • Sep 4, 2024ELECTRICAL SYSTEMSB-24-16-005

    On certain Model 3 and Model Y vehicles, a defective electrical component inside the High Voltage Controller may prevent the vehicle from entering into drive mode, or may cause a graceful power-off.

  • and 52 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
4 yr / 50k mi
Powertrain
8 yr / 100k mi
Roadside assistance
4 yr / 50k mi
EV battery
8 yr / 100k mi

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.