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  1. Pkmmte
    Thread

    Diminished Value Claim - Still Possible If Person at Fault Pays For Damages?

    I was charging my car when another car (a Model X) pulled in then out of the parking spot next to me. Upon pulling out, they made a sharp right...
    Thread by: Pkmmte, Jan 15, 2019 at 2:29 PM, 19 replies, in forum: Model 3
  2. Hummingbrd_PDX
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    Portland Oregon Tesla Autobody Repair Experience

    Does any one have recommendations and experience with any of the local Tesla authorized body shops in Portland? Our new M3 got rear-ended and...
    Thread by: Hummingbrd_PDX, Jan 15, 2019 at 11:40 AM, 1 replies, in forum: Model 3
  3. milialee822
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    First Tesla Autopilot Accident in Taiwan

    Not sure how the autopilot disengaged, did the driver disengaged manually or automatically by the no hands on steering wheel detection? Seems a...
    Thread by: milialee822, Dec 12, 2018, 3 replies, in forum: Tesla, Inc.
  4. selfbp
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    Some woman hit my car. Anyone experienced in the rack and pinion?

    Well a woman hit my parked car- front left wheel Saturday and I came back to some damage to my XPEL wrap but thankfully no permanent visible...
    Thread by: selfbp, Sep 4, 2018, 2 replies, in forum: Model S
  5. jpaz
    Thread

    Ouch but no ouch

    Sad day for me........but I am impressed more than ever with the safety engineering in my S. Ironically, was en route to the SC in freeway...
    Thread by: jpaz, Aug 13, 2018, 7 replies, in forum: Model S: Driving Dynamics
  6. DermMD
    Thread

    My Tesla Story: Holding out on Tesla and lessons I continue to learn.

    So, I crashed my Tesla the other day on a front-end collision which the law says was my fault but there’re lots of grey areas there. Anyhow, be...
    Thread by: DermMD, Aug 2, 2018, 19 replies, in forum: Model S
  7. fasteddie7
    Thread

    New member posts with crazy issues

    Is it me or do I see a lot of brand new members posting some crazy long story of how their brand new Tesla is a piece of crap or is a huge safety...
    Thread by: fasteddie7, Jul 6, 2018, 48 replies, in forum: Model S
  8. bearsbeatsBSG
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    Warning before you buy a tesla model S

    Just writing to share an ongoing problem I'm having with my model S. I got in an accident in early March, and there were some dents/scratches on...
    Thread by: bearsbeatsBSG, Jun 12, 2018, 32 replies, in forum: Model S
  9. Hota
    Thread

    What is it with all these rear-end accidents? Here's my footage.

    I was in stop and go traffic last week on the freeway. Autopilot stopped but the Ford F250 box van behind me didn't quite make it. Luckily I had...
    Thread by: Hota, Jun 3, 2018, 35 replies, in forum: Model S
  10. legend502
    Thread

    2 Month Old Model S Just Rear Ended - Help on the process please

    Hello Forum, My Model S 75 was just rear ended while my wife and I were stopped at a red light yesterday. Please see damage below; it was hit a...
    Thread by: legend502, May 31, 2018, 20 replies, in forum: Model S
  11. JanT
    Thread

    Our diminished value case is headed to trial

    I have seen that there are a lot of posts regarding diminished value claims, so I thought I would start my own and provide information that others...
    Thread by: JanT, May 14, 2018, 14 replies, in forum: Off Topic
  12. YauKwan
    Thread

    Diminished Value appraiser and/or auto accident lawyers.

    Hi, My car rear ended recently in NJ. I've reached out to a couple of forum members for DV appraiser recommendations, but most of those...
    Thread by: YauKwan, Jan 9, 2018, 3 replies, in forum: Model S
  13. Rahul
    Thread

    Accident: Not sure I will see her again :-(

    I was driving home today approaching an intersection at 45-50 mph when a driver on the other side took a left in front of me as if I didn't exist....
    Thread by: Rahul, Oct 16, 2017, 40 replies, in forum: Model S
  14. fasteddie7
    Thread

    Autopilot at 50% due to accident

    after a year of babying my car, it finally took its first whack in a parking lot. The hit, although seemingly far away from the sensor, made...
    Thread by: fasteddie7, Oct 9, 2017, 68 replies, in forum: Model S
  15. fasteddie7
    Thread

    Does this hole in bumper need covered?

    Recently had a fender bender. Small hole in my bumper and seems like park assist is out, even though it doesn't seem to be too close to the...
    Thread by: fasteddie7, Oct 7, 2017, 6 replies, in forum: Model S
  16. fasteddie7
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    Body shop help!

    Hello all, I need some help! I got a whack on my bumper in a parking lot. Called my insurance and they have me a body shop to get an estimate and...
    Thread by: fasteddie7, Oct 6, 2017, 6 replies, in forum: Model S
  17. ebjohnso
    Thread

    Will tesla release details of crash to drivers

    was in a crash that totaled my Model x the other day. Wondering if tesla will release details of crash to me. I hit the back of a car...
    Thread by: ebjohnso, Sep 25, 2017, 14 replies, in forum: Model X
  18. Ormond
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    Minor Accident.

    I just recently had a minor accident in a parking lot. I've been to the Tesla authorized body shop in my region. I'll need a new front bumper...
    Thread by: Ormond, Aug 24, 2017, 5 replies, in forum: Model X: Interior & Exterior
  19. Hota
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    Guess how much the damage cost to fix...

    A few weeks ago, someone crossed into my lane on the freeway and their driver's side mirror hit my model S on the rear passenger door. It was a...
    Thread by: Hota, Jun 11, 2017, 21 replies, in forum: Model S
  20. zackmilo
    Thread

    Accident and Repairs

    This ignorant lady in a Ford Flex didnt see me stopped and rammed me at 40mph! Posting pics now!
    Thread by: zackmilo, Jun 8, 2017, 603 replies, in forum: Model X
  21. Snuffysasa
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    Any Autopilot 2.0 accidents yet?

    I am just wondering, of course it's inevitable there will be car accidents where Tesla car is at fault and Autopilot 2.0 was activated. But I am...
    Thread by: Snuffysasa, May 10, 2017, 1 replies, in forum: Tesla, Inc.
  22. TrevTremaine
    Thread

    12 Volt Battery - what does cutting power from it do?

    I'm trying to understand something about how power flows through Teslas: In the accident I recently had, the firefighters cut the 12V battery...
    Thread by: TrevTremaine, Mar 12, 2017, 3 replies, in forum: Model S: Battery & Charging
  23. Woody17
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    Design question: 2nd time in 5 months that someone has hit bumper

    TMC, I hope everyone here is doing well. I'm curious...has there been any discussion of a higher prevalence of other drivers misjudging the...
    Thread by: Woody17, Feb 19, 2017, 0 replies, in forum: Model S: Interior & Exterior
  24. AnitaToronto
    Thread

    To Keep or Not to Keep...

    So I am about 5 months away from the end of my original 4yr warranty on my beloved 2013 P85 with only 39,000km. It has given me very little...
    Thread by: AnitaToronto, Dec 25, 2016, 19 replies, in forum: Model S
  25. Jose Palencia
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    MS Autopilot Accident: Advice and Experience

    Ladies & Gents, I have really loved and enjoyed my MS since I received delivery of the vehicle in late March of this year. The best feature of...
    Thread by: Jose Palencia, Nov 19, 2016, 14 replies, in forum: Tesla, Inc.
  26. skris
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    Cabin noise after accident

    I had my first accident 2 days ago :( Rear ended another car. Bumper needs replacement. Before I go to the body shop, I wanted to have Tesla take...
    Thread by: skris, Sep 29, 2016, 1 replies, in forum: Model S
  27. MXinCT
    Thread

    Lease Cap Cost Reduction Question in event of Car being totalled

    I'm one of the lucky few who got one of those awesome P90DL Classic Fascia (2k miles) deals a few weeks ago. Car is due for delivery next...
    Thread by: MXinCT, Sep 13, 2016, 5 replies, in forum: Model S: Ordering, Production, Delivery
  28. singleview
    Thread

    I'm thinking of getting a Model S: Would you recommend it?

    Howdy! I realize the answers will/may be biased, but wanted to try to get your honest thoughts/ suggestions. I'm in the market for a car, and...
    Thread by: singleview, Aug 10, 2016, 68 replies, in forum: Model S: Driving Dynamics
  29. vandacca
    Thread

    Where is Consumer Reports when you need them?

    OMG, there are fallible humans navigating our streets in large heavy equipment, carrying large containers of combustible liquids. Where is...
    Thread by: vandacca, Aug 5, 2016, 2 replies, in forum: Cars and Transportation
  30. Michael128711
    Thread

    auto-pilot malfunction (accelerated behind another car causing crash)

    I know there has been recent news this week about apparent malfunctions in auto-pilot mode. I know it's not super clear cut, but I'm wondering if...
    Thread by: Michael128711, May 27, 2016, 73 replies, in forum: Model S: Driving Dynamics
  31. Pinarello
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    Just got rear ended

    I was driving to work today and was rear ended while sitting at a red light (@#$%^&!). I'm guessing the kid that hit me was going no faster than 5...
    Thread by: Pinarello, Mar 2, 2016, 21 replies, in forum: Model S
  32. Bet TSLA
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    Safety: how would the Model S handle this?

    This is totally wild: http://www.nydailynews.com/news/national/manhole-cover-kills-art-teacher-driving-boston-highway-article-1.2529997 I can't...
    Thread by: Bet TSLA, Feb 12, 2016, 5 replies, in forum: Model S: Driving Dynamics
  33. wavefront
    Thread

    Tesla location data--and ethics and law around it's being shared

    Would love to hear folks' opinions on the following: Our daughter mentioned to us that a dark blue Tesla slammed into her car door in San...
    Thread by: wavefront, Dec 19, 2015, 11 replies, in forum: Off Topic
  34. nakedsushi
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    Tesla got rear ended, still driveable

    I was stopped in traffic behind a line of cars waiting for the car in front to make a left turn. All of a sudden BOOM. [ATTACH] The rear bumper...
    Thread by: nakedsushi, Nov 3, 2015, 63 replies, in forum: Model S
  35. redox
    Thread

    Dumb collision in my garage

    Today is not a good day for me (and my P85D!)... I had a collision in my garage that I don't actually understand the details of yet. I pulled...
    Thread by: redox, Oct 6, 2015, 42 replies, in forum: Model S
  36. loganss
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    How long did it take for your Model S to be repaired after an accident?

    How long did it take for your Model S to be repaired after an accident? I'm sure your answer depends greatly on the type of damage received and...
    Thread by: loganss, Sep 8, 2015, 8 replies, in forum: Model S
  37. Ed Chan
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    Thank goodness our side mirrors are so big... Got hit, but no damage

    So my wife was driving my Tesla down Hawthorne Blvd. today in Torrance when some bozo (CA 6CSA482) didn't see her on his side and hit her....
    Thread by: Ed Chan, Jul 30, 2015, 12 replies, in forum: Model S
  38. hocharter
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    Bad Luck just 3 days after delivery of my 85D, 15 days repair. In China

    Ordered 85D end of Mar. and finally it's delivered mid of June, this is just something exciting like the 1st generation of Iphone worth waiting...
    Thread by: hocharter, Jul 10, 2015, 7 replies, in forum: Model S
  39. Electric700
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    Fixing a Totaled Model S

    I've seen some unfortunate posts where people have had their cars totaled for minor damage, and they've had to let go of their cars. There is...
    Thread by: Electric700, Dec 12, 2014, 7 replies, in forum: Model S
  40. standardcode
    Thread

    Owning a Tesla is awesome, until you get into an accident...

    I am a long-time lurker, first-time poster so please forgive me if this is in the wrong place or something. I picked up my baby (Silver S85, VIN...
    Thread by: standardcode, Dec 11, 2014, 205 replies, in forum: Model S
  41. nakedsushi
    Thread

    Now THAT's a frunk dent

    [ATTACH] Welp, THAT happened. I was stupidly going too quickly around a curve and the car fishtailed. The traction control came on and I...
    Thread by: nakedsushi, Sep 30, 2014, 12 replies, in forum: Model S
  42. nakedsushi
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    Model S Total Loss Valuation

    My Model S85 was in an accident. I don't want to get into the details of the accident here -- I'll save that for another post, but my insurance...
    Thread by: nakedsushi, Sep 12, 2014, 37 replies, in forum: Model S
  43. hameshp
    Thread

    Salvage or repair my Tesla

    Its been a very sad month. I rear ended someone who was taking a right turn and stopped suddenly to wait for a pedestrian. It didn't help that I...
    Thread by: hameshp, Jul 9, 2014, 26 replies, in forum: Model S
  44. djromain
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    avoided accident friday morning in Luxemburg with my Tesla Model s !

    I had just time to swerve to the right to avoid the car coming in front of me on my way! Otherwise, it was an accident! [media]
    Thread by: djromain, Jan 19, 2014, 16 replies, in forum: Video
  45. dvn222
    Thread

    My Tesla Model S P85 Accident - Is it REPAIRABLE or TOTALED?

    The thing that Tesla doesn't tell you when buying their vehicle is that it can only be repaired by a Tesla authorized repair shop. Tesla does...
    Thread by: dvn222, Jan 4, 2014, 45 replies, in forum: Model S
  46. ilg
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    Accident on DC beltway

    Sad news: I just passed an accident on the inner loop of the DC beltway (near Suitland Rd , about 7:55 am) where a black Model S was involved. It...
    Thread by: ilg, Oct 29, 2013, 18 replies, in forum: Mid-Atlantic
  47. joshuaeven
    Thread

    Model S Accident/Fire

    I'm VERY curious as to what caused the fire. This Is What Fiery Tesla Model S Death Looks Like (UPDATED) - Jalopnik
    Thread by: joshuaeven, Oct 2, 2013, 1,002 replies, in forum: Model S: Driving Dynamics
  48. vfx
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    Model S accidents

    A thread for general Model S accident photos. Saw this Monday night on Santa Monica. [ATTACH][ATTACH][ATTACH]
    Thread by: vfx, Jul 24, 2013, 128 replies, in forum: Model S: Driving Dynamics
  49. synthetik242
    Thread

    Minor Damage to Tailgate

    I backed into a parked car last week at a low rate of speed simply trying to park the car. I was trying to get out of the way of another car and...
    Thread by: synthetik242, Apr 25, 2013, 10 replies, in forum: Model S: Interior & Exterior
  50. jbadger
    Thread

    Unfortunate outcome for my three week old Roadster

    Hey guys, I picked up roadster #506 about three weeks ago. Last week, it was involved in an unfortunate accident with a motorcycle. Best news is...
    Thread by: jbadger, Jan 23, 2013, 20 replies, in forum: Roadster
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