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5YJ3E1EB8NF••••••2022 Tesla MODEL 3
This build draws 2.5× more complaints than the average 2022 Tesla MODEL 3 build (56 vs 22).
56on this build
742on the model
33builds in total
4involved a crash
7injuries
Most reportedForward Collision Avoidance 45Service Brakes 21Vehicle Speed Control 14Lane Departure 3
What owners of this build wrote
Vehicle Speed ControlcrashOct 2025
My family and I were in my Tesla Model 3 2022 and heading from Charlotte to Orlando on [XXX]. The car was in Full Self-Drive (FSD) mode while commuting through Daytona Beach. The rain was heavy in the area. While driving in Daytona Beach, FSD caused the car to change lanes and…
Electrical SystemcrashNov 2023
The contact owned a 2022 Telsa Model 3. The contact stated that while driving at 18 MPH, the vehicle veered to the right hitting an electrical pole. The contact stated neither the autopilot nor cruise control was set to on, and the vehicle failed to stop. The contact stated it…
Service BrakescrashAug 2022
I recently got into a car accident with a Tesla. I was injured and my car crashed against a residence’s entrance putting myself and others in danger. The components or systems that failed are the regenerative breaking on the Tesla, the torque or force that is distributed to each…
SteeringDec 2024
The car's steering wheel locked unexpectedly, rendering the vehicle undrivable. Additionally, multiple alerts appeared, indicating that the car's hold feature, traction control, and steering assist were reduced. This issue occurred while the car was parked but still running.…
Forward Collision AvoidanceNov 2024
In autopilot mode vehicle failed to recognize School bus with flashung red lights and children crossing in front of vehicle. Had to hit brakes
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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 5YJ3E1EB8NF270259 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.