repair

If you've seen the body anatomy atlas you would know what I mean. Looking at Model 3 service repair manual you see all of these really nice 3D images of the car systems, inside-out. (see attached example) Tesla would actually benefit from having this information online. People will be able to...

Hello there, I need to find a shop who is willing to work on Tesla's that isn't a Tesla service center. Looking for a friend who lives in LA. Preferably near West LA, West Hollywood, Culver City etc. The job is to replace a master charger with a tested, working used unit. Does anyone have...

The driver's side mirror on my Model 3 was replaced by a Tesla authorized repair center, after it was damaged when I was side-swiped by a pickup truck. Prior to repair, adjustments made to the mirror position held fine. Since the repair, the mirror gradually sags over about a 2 week period...

hi friends, yesterday i was just waiting (stopped) on the highway to exit onto a ramp, and this van hits me at i don't know... 40-60mph? you can see in the attached pic the damage the van suffered during the crash my car suffered some damage, maybe 6inches of dent in the back? (pretty big area...

Hello Everyone, I'm considering the purchase of a branded title M3 and I want to get my logistics of supporting that vehicle in place prior to the purchase. (Damage was cosmetic, but nonetheless branded the title). I've obviously seen the YouTube videos from Rick Rebuilds and his business...

Got my M3 in September 2019 and mostly work from home so I don't drive my car much. I got the front bumper wrapped PPF'ed and hand wash about 2xs/month so I consider myself aware of the car's condition. Just noticed the paint on the corner of my lower bumper is peeling. If you've ever had gel...

Help, any recs for tesla repairers in Sydney? Anyone had experience with the tesla approved ones Scientific repairs and Exclusive body werks?

Just got my car back from the Service Center where they replaced my front USB ports, and now the armrest/center console squeaks when I open it. Rather than a ~1 hour drive back to the Service Center, I thought I would ask if anyone else has had this problem and found a DIY fix for it. Thanks!

What's the best way to negotiate repair work on a Tesla (or in general)? I have a ding/scrape on the front of the car and probably need to replace the front part. I got two estimates for ~$2k, the two shops have quite different opinions on what to do and wildly different labor rates and number...

SO DISAPPOINTED! Let me start off by saying I am a Tesla fan. I was one of the first to reserve a Model 3, I have Tesla Solar and a Powerwall, and I have accepted all the bugs and build quality issues of my Model 3 as long as Tesla is willing to fix them. Bringing my car into Tesla Service...

Hey there folks, I was just wondering if someone got a temporary Model X while your model 3 was in repair. The most common car that you get while your car is in repair is a model S (Older model S). Anyone? :) ~Gerben

Have purchased used parts on eBay to get the scroll wheel. Is Tesla planning on selling part separately?

First, apologies if this is the wrong location to post this - I didn't see a location specific to Tesla service. Alright! So I took delivery of my new Model 3 SR+ on December 15th of last year. As much as I love the car, I have noticed a number of fit and finish issues. Some of them are minor...

Looking for others opinions on depreciation. I see model S's now going just below the $30's. Thinking about a used and face lifted 2016 model S 75D vs a model 3 performance. Thinking about total cost of ownership over say 5 years, even with another update to the S I'm thinking it shouldn't...

Sadly my Model S was just hit in an accident last night! :-/ Does anyone have recommendations for Tesla body and maintenance repair shops in the Chicago suburbs area?

There seem to be a lot of threads on the club forums about really bad support from the Tesla service centers. Despite what sounds like a lot of people (including me) having a terrible time getting basic support from the Tesla service centers, this doesn't seem to be improving. Is Tesla not...

Last week my model S was hit in the left front bumper while it was charging. The other driver took the fault. My bumper, headlamp, corner lamp, fender, and other stuff were damaged. Luckily the other driver left a note with a Geico claim number. An adjuster came over the next day, and she...

Good Morning, I'm mulling over getting my current rims cleaned up a bit from some curb rash. I'm wondering if anyone in the GTA has someone who they'd recommend. Part of it may be to also get them painted in a different shade. Any ideas as to the rough costs? TIA

The symptom is the loss of voice commands while the car can still be used as the bluetooth connection to the phone. Parts Replaced or Added Part Quantity ASSY,AUTOPILOT.ECU,3.0, MSX-FUSED(1655000-70-G) 1.0 ECU 3.0, what is this? I was supposed to have a mobile service tech fix a problem...

I acquired a salvage model 3 that unfortunately seems to have some electrical/battery problems. It's indicating that it's unable to charge to 100% and BMS_a064_SW_SOC_IMBALANCE. It's also in reduced power mode. Any ideas on how and where i can get that repaired (I clearly can't do it)...

My wife had some minor front-end cosmetic damage to her SR+ and punctured a small part of the front bumper. The damage was isolated and did not appear to hit or affect any of the sensors. While we were getting the insurance and repair process figured out, we drove the car normally for about a...

So, while I rented my car on Turo this weekend, a large piece of debris fell (possibly from another car) on my Model 3 as he was driving it on the highway at night. I already filed a claim with Turo and said I would try to resolve it with the guest if possible. I can still have Turo involved...

hello, I bought a 2018 Model S off the auction. Car will not start, keeps saying Reducing Power and shutting down. Replaced the Pyro Fuse and still does the same thing. Any ideas of the the issue could be? Thank you.

I had a quarter panel repair on the charging port side of my car. The charging port piece was replaced and installed as well. Since I've gotten it back, a "charging port fault' error has been occurring WHILE DRIVING randomly for a second, due to what I now know was an incorrect installation...

A sacrifice, when you own a Tesla, is that repair options are often limited to Tesla Service Centers only. "Not to worry" I was told; Tesla service is excellent... No. It isn't. I made it 8 months before needing a repair to my Model 3, but now I've broken a side view mirror. I was surprised...

I've searched the forums and couldn't find an answer, so I'll ask. l had a small run-in with a tree (no smart a** remarks please) that forced my driver's side mirror backwards as well as left my car with a few small scrapes on the door. I got a couple of outrageously high estimates from the...

Hi all first post as this is the first Tesla I’ve bought. Just bought a P90D Model S last week and have started stripping it down when it arrived home yesterday (4/7/19). It has some front damage but fairly high up not affecting the front bumper reinforcement bar or chassis legs. Air bags...

My Model 3 that I just picked up 10 days ago was just in an accident. Some guy on the highway changed lanes right into my passenger side and caused damage to passenger door, fender, bumper, camera, side mirror, etc. Called the police (CHP) immediately and they came out and took a report. And of...

I had an unfortunate altercation with a loading dock. Reversed slowly while parking but I and the rear sensors missed an overhang and now my trunk is crumpled. I’d appreciate any recommendations for bodyshops in the East Bay (Oakland, Berkeley etc). Many thanks.

By far best in the area for rock/chip repair. Eugene/Springfield Oregon Bob Novus 541-953-0723 Arrived on time, process took 30 mins. Covered by progressive insurance, normally a 60$ bill. Highly recommended.

I noticed this morning the silver trim that wraps around the car is starting to come off. It looks like there is just adhesive holding it on. Is this something I can grab at the auto parts store and stick back on myself?

Spouse was rear ended today (he is okay) in our fairly new P3D+. He was at a complete stop pulled over for emergency vehicles (as were the vehicles in the other lane) when a van rear ended him at 40-45 mph. Their airbags deployed. Any thoughts on whether this looks like a total loss or not? In...

I ordered a Model 3 about a week ago and it is scheduled to be delivered next Tuesday (5/21/19). I've seen some threads where people are describing the horror of taking their Model 3 into a service center (Mainly for body repairs). On more than one occasion there was someone who was without...

I usually put my groceries in the sub-trunk in the back of my Model 3, because it does a great job of keeping them from rattling around. However, I recently put a gallon of milk back there that leaked. The leak was quite extensive, probably a cup or more of liquid. My god! It's awful! I...

I’ve been lucky enough to acquire 4 dents in the last few months. Two on my hood, (one with a chip in the paint), one just under the charge port, and another on the back left passenger door. Guy from (Straight Edge Dent Repair) came to my office today, and removed all dents in less than 2...

I got my Tesla back from the service center today after having some work done, and noticed this: Note the Correction (Paint Repair/Refinish) - I wonder if this study required retouching paint - and if so, where? Does anyone have any idea what this may be about?

Can anyone recommend any mechanics anywhere in the Chicagoland area that do work on Teslas? I know they'd probably be limited on some of the big issues, but I don't want to have to go to a Service Center on every little thing and get price gouged ... especially for an out-of-warranty Model S...

First mobile service was a very positive experience. The tech was excellent (and arrived early). Repair - Wheel well liner grommets - installed 6 on each side, aligned liners - Mirror triangle trim - replaced both (they actually latch on, one of the old ones stuck out quite a bit) - Inner tail...

What would I need to get this Tesla back on the road apart from a new wheel, wing and bumper, shock absorber and brakes? Any idea how much it would cost to put it back on the road? Can't do it through insurance. Any help would be appreciated.

1st post! Unfortunately it’s because my 2015 P85D was rear ended on 3/27/19. Low speed, stop and go... they were probably texting. Their insurance has already contacted me and claimed 100% liability - which is great news but only the beginning of making the situation right. I’m wondering if...

Hi all, I took delivery of my Model 3 in late December 2018. Recently just washing my car, I noticed a crack in the back of the windshield. (Pics here: Imgur) What would be the best process to fix this? I talked to my local Tesla advisor and he said that if the crack wasn't noted during...

Does anyone know a reliable Tesla body shop in Raleigh/Durham area? I asked Caliber Collision in Raleigh but they said that they are no longer working on Teslas. According to Tesla Approved Body Shop list, the closest one is in Charlotte. Any suggestions? Much appreciated.

So a while back, I was rear-ended while stopped in my Model X at an intersection, while an ambulance tried to cross. The damage was relatively minor, but given that the bumper contains a lot of tech, my insurance estimated the repair at 70 hours of labour. Since there wasn't a "Tesla certified"...

Im Thinking of keeping this car but if Im going to I have to find an affordable alternative to paying Ingineer every time that I need to install a new part for new software. Is there an affordable alternative to keep my supercharger access and allow me to be able to put in parts to my car when...

so my 2013 model S is not blowing cold air anymore. Also, the heater is no longer blowing hot air. No error messages, but from research I believe the AC compressor and possibly PTC died causing the dc/dc fuse(s) to blow. The vehicle is out of warranty and i'm not trying to spend $4k to fix...

Can anyone recommend a good Tesla approved body shop in NJ? While at a stop, another driver reversed her car and hit the front of my Model 3. Light bumper damage, got it on the dash cam (woohoo!). Anyway, I need to get an estimate for the repair so I can make a claim to her insurance company. I...

I bought a Model 3 a month ago and got into a rear end collision yesterday (another car bumped me from the back). I need to repair the back bumper and trunk door. I live in San Francisco, so wondering if anyone has recommendation of body shops in SF? I am considering Alioto’s Garage, does anyone...

hello all, I backed into a concrete support beam at work, I’m trying to work out the best way to repair my issue The first two body shops I received estimates from do not include a rear quarter panel replacement, they both saw the car in person too Tesla’s body shop in Maryland suggested a...

I was given a Model S P85D as loaner while my Model 3 in service, I parked the car at work on the street and someone scratched the bumper and some of the paint came off.(the driver was gone, kind of hit and run) I tried to call the SC but they're closed. There is no major damages to bumper other...

I bought a paint repair kit from the online Tesla shop, but I ordered the wrong color. Unfortunately, the kits cannot be returned. I have since bought the correct color for myself. The kit I am selling is the Metallic Blue. It is brand new, only opened to show the contents, nothing was every...