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Classic Tesla. 90% of it is amazing - seats, screens, computer, etc. And then they hit you with a steering wheel that nobody wants to use. And I'm not just talking about the shape, anyone who has had a car with touch sensitive buttons knows using them for the horn and the turn signals is going...

I've had a loud clunk and a squeak every time I go over a speed bump in my 2014 S85. I took it in to the service center and they replaced both forelink assemblies. They said they were "worn out". Luckily I am still under warranty so it only cost me the $200 deductible, but I shouldn't' even...

I can't believe people are still defending Tesla on their bandaid fixes. At some point we have to demand better. My 2014 Model S will need to be replaced before the extended warranty runs out and I was thinking the Y would be my next Tesla but I think maybe I'll just get another S. Unless...

So My new refurbished MCU lasted almost 3 months before failing. I started getting random shut downs last week. and then yesterday it died. Again, can't log in to the car with the app and now have an appointment next week at the service center. Another annoying part, when they put the dash...

I picked up my car today after they installed a new (remanufactured) MCU. The system works well and snappy as expect, but no data was carried over other than the odometer number. The service center was not in any mood to give up the old MCU even with the recent news stories about data leaks...

My 2014 Model S is in today getting the MCU replaced with the following part number. It's clearly a remanufactured part but it has a G designation. Not sure what if anything that means. But I will be asking them about the warranty when I pick it up tomorrow. I audio record every conversation...

My car is in for MCU1 replacement today. I asked for the old one to protect my data and this is the current response: "Hello, in regards to the old media control units we actually send those back to engineering. Please note your data and information should be carried over to your new media...

That's wise. As long as you are ok with these issues and possibly driving a car with no eMMC etc, it's fine. I ordered my Model S in early 2014. At the time I could see the door handles would be an issue because it's a dumb design, but a lot of the other issues - and particularly the...

I ended up driving it in today. The only thing I regret is driving without the turn signals. I wasn't sure if it was just the indicators on the screen that weren't working or the actual lights. Turned out it was the lights. The hazards work but the turn signals do not. The other issue I...

Thanks for the information and advice. Much appreciated. I may just have AAA tow it to the service center because I have plenty of free tow miles to use anyway. What is shocking is the Tesla doesn't even advise that there are ANY issues driving without an eMMC. They seem to think it's no big...

Well it’s good to have ABS but I don’t know what other “features” I have without a working MCU. If driving the car in 90 degree heat with no AC, no ability to open the sun roof, no Bluetooth, no navigation, no ability to control steering mode or driving dynamics is ok for most people I would...

2014 S85 - I got a notice that my 12v battery needed to be replaced. After Tesla mobile replaced the battery I got the Black screen of death. Tesla has been less than helpful or forthcoming. It took two weeks to get an appt and they ordered an MCU which is now in. It’s a refurbished unit I...

I have a 2014 Model S in Los Angeles. I have had the smell as well. it usually goes away. My bigger issue is my pano roof leak. If I go through a car wash or if there are heavy rains, I have a leak in the rear headliner around the passenger rear seat. I have already had it fixed once -...

I had some traveling to do so I had to postpone my appt until later this month, but I will report back.

Looking around more, it may or MAY NOT be an issue with the control arms as there are threads about it. Some people mention hearing sounds like this before the failure but for others it seems to be unrelated and happens instantaneously. Another front suspension control arm failure

I have a 2014 with Air Suspension. I get the load clunk or thud at times as well. I'm having it looked at when I take it in next month. They will probably say it's normal, but I do feel like it's something that has gotten worse over time.

Don't throw it out. If it's door insulation they forgot to put back, you are going to want it.

From those that have had this happen, are there any warning signs before the screen goes dead? I have a 2014 with 46k and it updated to new software ok last night, but I'm just curious to see if there is anything specific to keep an eye on.

The Burbank service center is no longer giving loaners unless it's a unique circumstance. It's all uber credit. I argued with them about it and when I mention that I thought it was lame that a luxury car maker wouldn't offer loaners the tech said VERY QUICKLY - "we are not a luxury car...

I'm having an issue that where I can log in to tesla.com but once I click on tot the details of the car, I just get a blank screen. It has been that way since they fixed the larger issue. It's annoying. I can't see my own car and or download any of the manuals or warranty documents. I have...

I dont' think it's always apples and oranges. I'm relatively young and have no kids. I prefer the exterior design of the smaller more nimble 3, but I prefer the dash, larger interior and free supercharging of my used model S. If the model 3 had the same style of traditional dash as an S or X...

Based on what I have read, you are spot on. I ended up getting a great deal on the used model S anyway that it made more sense to me. I'm not concerned about fire any more than any other car, but my car does have air suspension and I believe your #2 and #3 issues may be potential issues for...

I quite reading Electrek when I realized what a whiney baby he is. They don't include source links and he complains about people stealing his content. He just writes articles commenting on someone elses actual reporting. It's a lame blog.

I wanted to add a Tesla for a commuter car in LA. I test drove a model 3 dual motor and loved the way it drove, the smaller size and the steering feel. But ultimately, I didn't love it more than the S with the dual screens and the air suspension. So I bought a used Model S 85. Depreciation...