Tesla Models
Tesla appears in our database with 11 models and 65 model-year records. 8 models have at least one 5-star NHTSA model year. NHTSA recall data is included for 65 Tesla model years.
| Model | Years | Body | Best MPG (UK) | 5★ NHTSA years |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cybertruck | 2025–2026 | Pickup | — | 2 |
| Model 3 Long Range | 2017–2025 | Saloon/Sedan | — | 6 |
| Model 3 Long Range Performance | 2018–2020 | Saloon/Sedan | — | 3 |
| Model 3 Performance | 2021–2026 | Saloon/Sedan | — | 4 |
| Model S | 2012–2026 | Hatchback | — | 4 |
| Model S Performance | 2019–2021 | Hatchback | — | — |
| Model S Plaid | 2021–2026 | Hatchback | — | — |
| Model X Performance | 2019–2021 | SUV | — | 3 |
| Model X Plaid | 2022–2026 | SUV | — | — |
| Model Y Long Range | 2020–2026 | SUV | — | 7 |
| Model Y Performance | 2020–2026 | SUV | — | 7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Tesla models have a 5-star safety rating?
At least one model year of each of these holds an overall 5-star NHTSA rating: Cybertruck, Model 3 Long Range, Model 3 Long Range Performance, Model 3 Performance, Model S, Model X Performance, Model Y Long Range, Model Y Performance.
How many safety recalls do Tesla cars have?
Across the 65 Tesla model years with NHTSA data, the average is 6.3 safety recall campaigns per model year, and 40 have none on record. The most is 24, for the 2020 Tesla Model Y Long Range. By model, the Model X Plaid has the lowest average (0.0 per year) and the Model 3 Long Range the highest (15.0). Newer model years have had less time to accumulate recalls, and a campaign can cover several models, so check any car by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How many Tesla models are on this site?
11 models, covering 65 model-year pages.
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