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Yes, mine is also a 2018 LRRWM3 too.

My wife and kids noticed the subtle clunking sound when accelerating or flexing the frame during the first month of delivery. On the first inspection by the service crew they claimed they couldn't replicate the noise and suggested the rear passenger door frame welding may be impacted and making...

Oh gosh, very disappointed to see these defects are still happening. This looks like a recall job or at least a service notice to owners to have their bolts re torqued. Thanks for sharing...My Tesla fix (the original post) is still holding strong. And they did have to replace the stabilizing...

I've read postings of noise during acceleration and slowing down but not for the Model. Y. I've heard people say it's the rear seat belt bucket, but not in my case. Well my new Model Y (3 months old) started making this clunking sound in the right rear seat belt area. It only happens when...

Awesome! We also received our Model Y VIN today as well.

So regarding the EV rebate and where it currently stands it is pretty significant. You could realize an $8000.00 rebate, and unlike the old $7500.00 tax credit it's not dependent on your tax liability so you're able to realize the full amount regardless. This to me is a sizable credit worth...

Submitted order reservation 9/25/21 with an estimated delivery date of March 2022. Received notification October 25th that I was matched to a VIN and could pickup that car that week. With the uncertainty of the EV credits (if retroactive or not) Tesla recommended I put my order on hold until...

Looks identical to what happened to me!

We acquired our Model LR RWD August 2018 and did not purchase AP or FSD. For one thing we live on Oahu Hawaii so not much long range driving is required unless you commute regularly to the west side to and from downtown. Secondly, the road markings here are horrendous and we tried the "trial...

Thanks, that's good to know. We keep the car charged to 80% on a daily basis so all indications point to possibly a defective battery. Hopefully this new battery should last awhile. Tesla was very good about covering 100% of the replacement, tow and servicing. They also replaced the chrome trim...

Thanks for the insightful information rrolsbe, what about when the car is charging? I'm hoping when the main battery is being charged that DC-to-DC converter is active to charge the 12V battery.

Our Aug 2018 Model 3 12 volt battery warning started March 14, 2020 and by March 17 the car wasn't drive-able. Have to be careful with the windows too. As soon as we received this low battery warning our auto windows when out of wack and actually went beyond its range and damaged our chrome trim...

thanks! glad I could help, we kept wondering why our washer fluid was running out so frequently! Hopefully it's not a defect in the design. So far the hose is staying in place so I think Tesla just didn't attach the passenger wiper hose.

Talked with the local service center to get more information about what happened. Apparently for my Model 3 the nut, that's normally welded to the frame, broke loose thus causing a chain of events eventually led to the bolt ultimately coming loose. They also opened a ticket with the Tesla...

here's a screen grab from a YouTube video. Looks like the nuts are fixed.

Not sure what's on the other side if it's fixed or tied to a nut. You'll also need to remove the bottom cover to access the bolt. It's a good thing we didn't reconnect the bolt because we had to also replace the control arm as the car kept pulling to the right after they tightened the bolt and...

Thanks Dave for that very interesting article from Mountain Pass Performance. This is identical to what happened as the article posted. What's more concerning is this occurred on regular street driving, Regardless of the road conditions, all suspension systems should be able to handle the...

August 2018, Current miles 19,650.

Update, despite this mishap, Telsa Honolulu Service redeemed themselves with excellent service. Last Friday (Valentines day) I used the Tesla app to open a roadside service ticket, originally they said towing would not be covered. Uggh... I managed to find my recent service rep mobile number...

Start lookin under your cars!

A month earlier we had our Model 3 serviced because of hearing some creaking sound on the front passenger side. However as luck would have it, it didn't show when taking it to Tesla Service, however they stated that they re-torqued the front and rear stabilizing arms. Fast forward to today...

Check your wiper fluid hose, the passenger side hose was not connected. That's why our wiper fluid was draining out so fast and there wasn't enough pressure to have an even spray from the wipers. Lift the cover and check your hose.

thank you for the tips always great to have the Tesla community come together!

Thank for the info! I'm glad we didn't go with the white trim, didn't think about the reflections so I'm glad the Tesla service person told us about some of the glare issues they were hearing from owners. Where did you get your bulk roll from and were you able to get a pattern or you just...

I'm planning to wrap my new wood trim with a carbon fiber style wrap (to match my console carbon wrap) to reduce the wear on the wood. I believe the hot Hawaiian Sun during the summer took a toll on the wood condition.

I don't think it would be a problem as I've heard the white trim can cause extra glare. When I was getting my wood trim replaced I asked if I had options to replace with a white or black trim and they were will to however we felt the wood trim was the best option. Now it's nice and smooth like...

Had my wood trim replaced as it started showing signs of deteriorating or wood grain separation. Did not apply any wood conditioner and per Tesla there is no need to condition the wood on a regular basis. Originally the wood trim was really smooth to the touch. Just last week as I was wiping...

About May of 2015

HEC is an excellent company to work with. Late last year I noticed a decline in the production of my LG panels. HEC conducted a power audit using inductive wands to measure and monitor my PV output. They later found out that other installs during that time also were having the same issue. They...

You can also turn on seat heaters with voice control. Just say "Turn on Driver or Passenger or rear seat heaters" and they turn on. Do the same to turn it off. "Turn off Passenger Seat Heater" pretty cool stuff.

YES, that's what we hear, it's random, sometimes it makes that "clunk" sound but most times not. I hope someone out there had better luck and was able to get Tesla to fix that problem. This started about couple months ago. We acquired our Model 3 back in August of 2018.

I heard a couple of noises. I heard a faint ticking and a louder clunk sound near the end of the video after the turn signal was enabled. We are having more of that latter sound where it makes a noticeable clunk sound but only when we turn the steering wheel, and that happens randomly so it...

Got mine late 2018, it's still holding out well a year later in the hot sunny Hawaiian weather like I just received it yesterday!

Sure no problem, pictures are easy to understand vs having to read a long description. I'm just surprised it's happening to other owners. It's just bothers me that these simple last steps of QA testing is overlooked. Obviously with one of the hoses disconnected there won't be enough water...

Reserved the basic model for general family use. At least I won't have to worry about door ding!

Adding photos to the windshield wiper fluid issue. This is where Tesla failed to connect the passenger wiper blade hose. With little or no pressure resistance on the unconnected spout all of my washer fluid spewed all over the battery compartment area. I wished I looked at this area sooner...

So I had the same issue and I found my problem. I removed the passenger washer fluid hose and tested. NO washer fluid coming out. Back tracked the problem to the passenger wiper hose. It was NOT connected to the Y fluid feed. With high hose resistance only on the drivers side most of the fluid...

thanks bigroo42, glad I could help!! I did install the door seals too but didn't need to adjust the door striker, probably because I adjusted it earlier.

This past weekend I was exiting a parking stall with the curb on the drivers side and took the turn a bit too sharp. Well I did feel the rear wheel "kiss" the curb...uggh I thought... well I'm happy to say the RimPro-Tech wheel bands did protect my rim edges and didn't even come off. I only...

My Bandit plate holder is still performing well. Got the original plate holder August of last year and it's still holding out well in the Hawaii Sun and salt air. Great product Tony!

RimPro-Tech wheel bands still holding up well, no issues, however we recently had a slow leak on our front right time and unfortunately Tesla said we had to replace the entire tire. When we picked up our car the wheel band was destroyed and the techs said they couldn't mount the new tire with...

Totally agree, also according to the Model 3 Owners Manual you have to close the frunk with two hands just next to the Tesla emblem. My natural reaction was the press on the Tesla emblem to do a one hand frunk close (the RED area!) but that's a no no....

That is awesome, if wasn't for Tony's product my front plates would still be in my trunk. His design also makes cleaning the front bumper so easy!

Yes, same here, had it since Aug 2018, solid product and very easy to clean the bumper, no need to remove anything. https://teslamotorsclub.com/tmc/attachments/20180908_120836-jpg.333250/

I also received my multi-coat RED that's been so difficult to obtain. I agree with @daver6644, find an open day with no scheduled commitments and take your time, be in the right mindset and don't rush to get it done. I'm glad it came out well. I'll take some before and after photos and post.

Look on post #17. It's a low speed rim protector, I sanded down the rash, cleaned it and installed the rim protector. I have 19" wheels. Else your only option is to have it professionally repaired.

how did it get damaged? did you hit a wall or object?

looks like it but it costs more, it could be Dr. Colorchip is reselling the Tesla kit? Tesla:$55 Dr. Colorchip kit: $78.00 (they add 8.95 shipping) Tesla is free shipping.

same here, usually use if for take out food, it does not smell up the inside of the car!

check out Tony's "The Bandit" it's not magnetic but provides enough space to clean all sections of the front bumper without having to remove the holder or license plate and it's very easy to install. Both designs are great because it does not obstruct the vents to cool the battery.