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5YJ3E1EAXPF••••••2023 Tesla MODEL 3
This build draws 2.2× more complaints than the average 2023 Tesla MODEL 3 build (27 vs 12).
27on this build
420on the model
34builds in total
5involved a crash
4injuries
Most reportedForward Collision Avoidance 16Vehicle Speed Control 6Steering 4Service Brakes 3
What owners of this build wrote
Air BagscrashNov 2024
After a collision the screen flashed "Air bags deployed". The car then turned on the hazards, called 911 then vented the windows. The issue is the air bags did not deploy at all. I suffered a concussion and whiplash due to the accident. No warning lamps or messages ever appeared…
Unknown Or OthercrashJul 2024
On [XXX] around [XXX], my daughter drove her Tesla Model 3 on [XXX] from school. Two strange/scary accidents happened to two different Tesla cars (Model 3 and Y). It was raining with low/medium visibility. One of the cars was driven by my daughter, and luckily, both drivers were…
StructurecrashSep 2023
Tesla Model 3 Policy #: [XXX] Claim Number: [XXX] I hope this email finds you well. I am writing to report an incident involving my Tesla Model 3 (Blue) and to initiate the process for an insurance claim. The incident occurred on [XXX], at approximately 2:15 PM. My fiancée was…
Forward Collision AvoidanceMay 2026
My 2023 Tesla Model 3 (VIN [XXX]) has a recurring safety defect in its driver-assistance system involving two unsafe behaviors. First, “phantom braking”: while driving with Autopilot/FSD engaged, the vehicle decelerates suddenly and without warning when there is no obstacle or…
Electrical SystemJan 2026
There is NO mechanism to unlock the rear passenger doors in case of electrical failure. No Emergency mechanical door opening in case of emergency. Passengers will NOT be able to get out of the LOCKED vehicle during an emergency (i.e. Crash, battery fire, submerged in water,…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 5YJ3E1EAXPF439403 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.