2023 Tesla Model 3 vs 2023 Toyota Camry

On the public data alone the Camry edges it 3–1.

2023 Tesla Model 3

The 2023 Tesla Model 3 is sold in the U.S. as a electric midsize car with 3 EPA-rated configurations. Its longest-range version, the Model 3 Long Range AWD, is …

2023 Toyota Camry

The 2023 Toyota Camry is sold in the U.S. as a hybrid and gas midsize car with 10 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Camry Hybrid LE, is …

	2023 Tesla Model 3	2023 Toyota Camry
Segment	Midsize car	Midsize car
Powertrains	Electric	Hybrid, Gas
Best EV range (mi)	358	—
Best combined mpg	—	52
Safety Signal	35	77
NHTSA recalls	12	2
Critical recalls	0	1
Owner complaints	417	64
NHTSA overall stars	5	5

Green cells mark the better value on that row. Complaint counts scale with sales volume; treat them as a pattern signal, not a verdict. Sources: EPA, NHTSA.

Recalls at a glance

Source: NHTSA

Model 3

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Exterior Lighting

SB-24-17-003

20,349 vehicles

ProblemTesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2023 Model 3 and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles. The headlight low beams may be too bright and exceed the maximum light output. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."RiskHeadlight low beams that are too bright can reduce visibility for oncoming drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.FixThe remedy is currently under development. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 3, 2026. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-17-003.

NHTSA campaign 26V507000reported Aug 4, 2026Tesla, Inc.

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Back Over Prevention

SB-26-00-001

218,868 vehicles

ProblemTesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017, 2021-2023 Model 3, 2020-2023 Model Y, 2021-2023 Model S, and Model X vehicles operating software version 2026.8.6. The rearview camera image may be delayed when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."RiskA delayed rearview image reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.FixTesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 3, 2026. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-26-00-001.

NHTSA campaign 26V283000reported May 4, 2026Tesla, Inc.

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Steering

SB-25-00-004

376,241 vehicles

ProblemTesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2023 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles operating software prior to 2023.38.4. The printed circuit board for the electronic power steering assist may experience an overstress condition, causing a loss of power steering assist when the vehicle reaches a stop and then accelerates again.RiskA loss of power steering assist can require greater steering effort, especially at low speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.FixTesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-25-00-004.

NHTSA campaign 25V092000reported Feb 14, 2025Tesla, Inc.

Camry

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Seats

24TB04 / 24TA04

4,212 vehicles

ProblemToyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Camry and Camry Hybrid vehicles. The second-row center and right-side seats may have insufficiently welded head restraint brackets. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 202, "Head Restraints."RiskA head restraint bracket that is insufficiently welded may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.FixDealers will replace the 60% rear seat-back frame sub-assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 19, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TB04 and 24TA04.

NHTSA campaign 24V128000reported Feb 21, 2024Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

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Wheels

23TA05

Do not drive298 vehicles

ProblemToyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023 Camry and Camry Hybrid vehicles. The lug nuts that attach the wheels to the vehicle may be loose, which can result in wheel detachment.RiskA wheel that detaches from a moving vehicle can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.FixOwners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Dealers will inspect and tighten the lug nuts, and replace any damaged components, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on or before August 14, 2023. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TA05.

NHTSA campaign 23V432000reported Jun 15, 2023Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing