Tesla Model 3 owners have reported 157 structure related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 7 most common structure problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's body (149 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's structure (3 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Body problems | |
| Structure problems | |
| Trunk Lid problems | |
| Body Door Handle Exterior problems | |
| Roof And Pillar problems | |
| Frame And Members problems | |
| Underbody Shield problems |
I am writing to report an accident involving my son who was driving Tesla 2024 model-3 on July 18th 2026 approximately 10:15 am est. He was returning home from his volunteering with emergency medical service(ems) when the vehicle's steering wheel suddenly froze. Read details...
The contact owns a 2018 Tesla Model 3. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 mph, the vehicle became difficult to maneuver. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed, and determined that the frame underneath the vehicle was Read details...
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 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...
The contact owns a 2018 Tesla Model 3. The contact stated that two of the four roof rack clips fractured. Upon further inspection of the vehicle, the contact noticed that the failure could have caused the roof rack to fracture, which could have impacted other drivers on the roadway. Read details...