2024–2025 2nd generation ('Highland' refresh)
2024–2025 Tesla Model 3 Common Problems and Years to Avoid
4 documented problems with the 2024–2025 Tesla Model 3, with symptoms, affected years, and typical repair costs. 3 carry a recall or TSB number.
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2024–2025 Tesla Model 3 recalls and service bulletins
| Recall / TSB | Issue | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA 25V-002 (Tesla SB-25-00-001) | Vehicle computer failure disabling rearview camera (recall) | moderate |
| NHTSA 24V-376 | Seat belt reminder chime may not activate (recall) | minor |
| NHTSA 24V-935 (Tesla SB-24-00-018) | TPMS warning light may not persist between drives (recall) | minor |
Recall work is free at a franchised dealer regardless of the vehicle's age, mileage, or how many owners it has had. Check your VIN against the NHTSA database to see what is still outstanding on your specific vehicle, a recall listed here may already have been performed.
Vehicle computer failure disabling rearview camera (recall)
moderateA software issue could stress the new vehicle computer's circuit board with reverse current during wake-up, in the worst case burning out the board, most visibly killing the rearview camera display, and in some cases requiring a computer replacement. Tesla recalled ~239,000 2023–2025 vehicles (Model 3 among them) in January 2025: an OTA update (2024.44.25.3 / 2024.45.25.6 or later) prevents the failure, and Tesla replaces already-damaged computers free.
Seat belt reminder chime may not activate (recall)
minorA software logic error tied to the driver's seat occupancy switch could keep the seat belt reminder from chiming or displaying, violating FMVSS 208. Fixed over the air starting June 2024 by keying the reminder to buckle status and ignition only. Part of a multi-model Tesla recall.
TPMS warning light may not persist between drives (recall)
minorThe low-tire-pressure warning could fail to stay illuminated across drive cycles, so a driver might not notice an underinflated tire, noncompliant with FMVSS 138. Tesla recalled ~694,000 vehicles (2017–2025 Model 3 included) in December 2024 and fixed it with an over-the-air update.
Phantom braking complaints continue on camera-only ADAS
minorHighland cars are camera-only (no radar, and US cars dropped ultrasonic sensors), and NHTSA complaint records continue to log unexpected braking events on 2024+ Model 3s using cruise/Autopilot, alongside the closed PE22-002 file on earlier cars. No investigation or recall specific to Highland as of this review, keep firmware updated and report events to NHTSA.
Problems listed here are compiled from NHTSA complaints, recalls, technical service bulletins, and widely documented owner reports for the 2024–2025 Tesla Model 3. Not every vehicle will experience these issues.
Which Tesla Model 3 model years does this cover?
These problems and recalls specifications apply to every Tesla Model 3 built from 2024 through 2025 — the 2nd generation ('Highland' refresh), compact ev sedan (refreshed body, chassis, and interior). Nothing in this specification changes between those model years. Pick your year for the engines it offered, what changed that year, and the problems recorded against it.
What changed during the 2024–2025 Tesla Model 3
- 2024Highland launch (US orders Jan 2024): new fascias, ride-tuned suspension, quieter cabin with acoustic glass, stalk-less interior (turn signals on wheel buttons), ventilated front seats, rear touchscreen. RWD and Long Range AWD at launch; Performance ('Ludicrous') arrived April 2024 with 510 hp and staggered 20-in wheels
- 2025Long Range RWD (363 mi) joins the lineup; front bumper camera and other running changes appear on later builds
2024–2025 Tesla Model 3 problems and recalls: common questions
What are the most common problems with the 2024–2025 Tesla Model 3?
- The recurring ones are: vehicle computer failure disabling rearview camera (recall); seat belt reminder chime may not activate (recall); tpms warning light may not persist between drives (recall); phantom braking complaints continue on camera-only adas. Each is detailed above with symptoms, affected years, and typical cost.
Are there recalls on the 2024–2025 Tesla Model 3?
- 3 of the issues listed carry a recall or technical service bulletin: NHTSA 25V-002 (Tesla SB-25-00-001) (vehicle computer failure disabling rearview camera (recall)), NHTSA 24V-376 (seat belt reminder chime may not activate (recall)), NHTSA 24V-935 (Tesla SB-24-00-018) (tpms warning light may not persist between drives (recall)). Recall work is free at a franchised dealer regardless of age or mileage. Check your VIN on the NHTSA site to see what is outstanding.
How much do 2024–2025 Tesla Model 3 repairs typically cost?
- Typical figures for the issues above: vehicle computer failure disabling rearview camera (recall), Free (OTA update; computer replaced free if damaged); seat belt reminder chime may not activate (recall), Free (OTA update); tpms warning light may not persist between drives (recall), Free (OTA update); phantom braking complaints continue on camera-only adas, N/A (software behavior).
Sources
- Tesla Support, Vehicle Maintenance (Model 3 intervals: cabin filter 2 yr, brake fluid 4 yr, rotation 6,250 mi, no desiccant for heat-pump cars)
- Wheel-Size.com, 2024 Tesla Model 3 OE fitments and 42 psi pressures
- Mavis, 2025 Model 3 Performance staggered OE sizes (235/35R20 front, 275/30R20 rear)
- NHTSA Part 573 report, recall 25V-002 (vehicle computer / rearview camera)
- NHTSA Part 573 report, recall 24V-376 (seat belt reminder)
- NHTSA Part 573 report, recall 24V-935 (TPMS warning light)
- Tesla Shop. Model 3 wiper blade (fits all Model 3 years)
- Tesla DIY Guide, Replacing Cabin Filters (procedure shared with pre-Highland cars)
- Wikipedia, Tesla Model 3 (Highland launch timing, curb weights, EPA ranges)