Structure Related Problems of the 2018 Tesla Model 3

Table 1 shows seven common structure related problems of the 2018 Tesla Model 3. The number one most common problem is related to the body (50 problems). The second most common problem is related to the trunk lid (one problem).

Table 1. Structure related problems of Tesla Model 3


Recently reported Structure problems of the 2018 Tesla Model 3

The Body problem

The door handles have a defect. The chrome peels off unexpectedly, outside of normal wear and tear, and may cause a deep cut to a person’s finger. It cut my son’s finger, causing bleeding. After researching, I found online that that this has happened to many other people.   Read details...

The Trunk Lid problem

The rear trunk lid popped open by itself while driving. I was the only person in the vehicle, and I did not pop the trunk lid. It should be noted that the trunk lid can not be opened by the occupants while the vehicle is in motion.   Read details...

The Body Door Handle Exterior problem

The contact owns a 2018 Tesla Model 3. The contact stated that the chrome trim became loose on all four doors, which caused injuries to the contact and daughter while opening the doors. The vehicle was diagnosed by an onboard app, that determined that all four door handles needed to be replaced.   Read details...


Structure related problems in other Tesla Model 3 model year vehicles:



Model 3 Service Bulletins
Model 3 Defect Investigations