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2017–2025 Tesla Model 3 maintenance schedule

Applies to: All Model 3 versions

Schedule type: as-needed

Tesla has no oil and no annual service. The car is serviced as needed; Tesla lists a few time- or mileage-based items below. The touchscreen (Controls > Service > Maintenance) tracks them. Summarized in our own words from the sources listed. Always follow the owner's manual or your dealer for your specific vehicle (VIN, engine, and options).

Checked against the official document for model year 2025; other years in this range are assumed to follow it. Confirm in your owner's manual.

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6,250 miles

  • Rotate tires rotateShop

    Or when tread depth between tires differs by 2/32 in (1.5 mm) or more, whichever first.

12,500 miles / 12 months

  • Clean and lubricate brake calipers inspectShop

    Only if you drive where roads are salted in winter.

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12 months

24 months

48 months

  • Brake fluid health check (replace if needed) inspectShop

    Tesla says not to top up brake fluid yourself. Battery coolant normally never needs replacing.

Sources

Always follow the owner's manual for your exact vehicle; intervals can differ by engine and market.

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