Extended warranty worthiness profile

2021 Tesla Model 3

Broad repair planning ranges plus reported complaint, recall and manufacturer communication signals. Reports describe submitted cases and do not measure the probability of failure.

651complaint reports

21recall campaigns

85manufacturer communications

6leading reported components

Animated diagnostic view representing the 2021 Tesla Model 3

Model-year reading

What the 2021 record can and cannot say

Compared with other Tesla Model 3 years here, the 2021 total is 217 above the median year in this model file. Its raw count is 651, with no denominator for vehicles sold.

At 279 reports, Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control is the most common displayed tag. The 42.9% share describes submitted complaints only; it does not describe the fleet.

EV traction battery replacement provides the strongest parts-only stress test at a $13,000 midpoint. Local labor raises the bill, while claim rules can lower what the plan actually pays.

Vehicle configuration

2021 EPA specification range

The official dataset contains 3 matched configurations for this model year. The range reflects trim and drivetrain choices, not changes to the complaint count.

Vehicle classMidsize car

Fuel choicesElectric

Drive layoutsAll-wheel drive and Rear-wheel drive

Engine rangeNo combustion engine

EPA efficiency113 to 142 MPGe; 263 to 353 miles electric range

Transmission typesAutomatic

EPA figures vary by configuration. Confirm the exact engine, drive layout and fuel system from the VIN or original window sticker. Source: FuelEconomy.gov vehicle data, updated 2026-06-16.

Estimated repair bills

Major repair cost range

Parts and labor benchmarks combined with an independent-shop labor model for Dallas, TX. Published model estimates calibrate supported repairs; model-year configuration data removes incompatible scenarios.

Repair	System	Estimated range
EV traction battery replacement	EV Powertrain	$7,992-$29,272
EV drive unit replacement	EV Powertrain	$3,744-$17,204
EV onboard charger replacement	EV Powertrain	$1,496-$8,136
EV thermal management repair	EV Powertrain	$872-$6,136
Steering rack replacement	Steering	$2,164-$2,584
Strut and control arm repair	Suspension	$946-$4,495
Infotainment display or head unit replacement	Electrical and Electronic	$624-$4,445
AC compressor replacement	Air Conditioning	$946-$3,407
AC evaporator replacement	Climate control	$1,190-$2,029
Electronic control module replacement	Electrical and Electronic	$474-$3,186

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