2021 Front Driver's seat rubbing on center console

[kodenco]

Hi All,

Searched the 3 forum but couldn't find anyone else having this issue except for a couple Y owners. When adjusted to the lowest seating position, my driver's seat is rubbing up against the center console to the point where it constantly squeaks while driving or while using easy entry. You can see the passenger seat adjusted to the same position below, but it still has a small gap. Does anyone else seem to have this issue or is it worth scheduling a service appointment for?

 

[techlogik]

Yes. Under the delivery issues several posts including mine. In the shop now and that is one item I had listed. See what they say.

 

[techlogik]

So following up on my response to this issue. Service department of course said it was in spec, put "lube" on seat so if it rubs it won't be a wear spot/issue. All I know is that it is documented, so if there is a problem later, they are on the hook and not me with the "in spec" response.

Same for the Rear window misalignment. They say all Tesla's with power lift have that blah blah..when I know this is a complete lie. Coworker, and plenty of other Model 3 LR/SR vehicles with power lift for 2021 don't have this at all. They just misaligned it 2mm the wrong way, along with the sun roof and windshield, which throws the whole thing off in the rear.

Not a huge issue, but again, if there are any leaks etc...I had it documented. They will need to deal with it worse case. That isn't spec.

They did fix my front bumper/quarter panel alignment issue and got it tighter and fixed the sunken door handle. Most of these things are all well documented with people and Tesla just refuses to perform and have any real quality/pride and tolerance with their product sadly compared to other "premium brand" of vehicles.

Good luck.

 

[Hi_Im_Mike]

I just started to get this same issue but it’s only because I put a carbon fibre cover overtop.
I’ll try and move the seat up higher and see if it solves the problem, but I like to have my seat set to lowest sitting position so yeah…

 

[m a x i m u s]

I would put some felt tape in there to stop the squeaking.

 

[lorenk]

See this solution for the MS, a little Krytox grease will do ya...

Creaking/Rubbing with Next Gen Seats

I had a similar problem and instead of the lube that was mentioned above, I purchased this Amazon.com: MICROSUEDE MICRO FIBER FAUX SUEDE ROLL - SIZE: 12" X 36" Micro Fiber Felt - SELF ADHESIVE - No Scratch - Premium Adhesive Backing - Peel-N-Stick (BLACK) and then cut them out to the shape of...

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[RefreshedP]

Lol. Yes. Mine started rubbing about a month into ownership. So embarrassing when someone gets in. I too have my seat low. Maybe I'll try and reposition it a little higher.

 

[Mercedes fan]

I have the same problem, the seat rubs every time i switch between easy entry and my seat position when I get into my car. Has Tesla fixed this problem for anyone? The seat also rocks when I do quick acceleration. What could the fixes be? Thanks

 

[m a x i m u s]

I mentioned earlier, but felt tape for the rubbing noises. As for the rocking, maybe try moving the seat a teeny tiny bit. It could be that the gears are sitting in a weird position.

 

[alimjr]

I’m glad I’m not the only experiencing this. I’m thinking of sticking some alcantara vinyl wrap on the side of the center console to silence the squeak. I may try the suggested felt tape as well.

 

[Mercedes fan]

I mentioned earlier, but felt tape for the rubbing noises. As for the rocking, maybe try moving the seat a teeny tiny bit. It could be that the gears are sitting in a weird position.

Tesla service center changed my seat tracking and that fixed everything including the driver seat rubbing the center console and finally no more rocking like the seats going to snap off. Turns out it’s just poor Tesla quality control and the seats rubbing is just poor aligning of the seat tracking which throws everything off.

 

[Fan808]

Glad I found this forum. I also have my drivers seat rubbing against my center console (I sit low) and also makes a rumbling noise/feeling when I move the seat forward and backward. Passenger seat has no such problem. Service appointment this Friday, hope they fix it among others things.

 

[JEGXIII]

Tesla service center changed my seat tracking and that fixed everything including the driver seat rubbing the center console and finally no more rocking like the seats going to snap off. Turns out it’s just poor Tesla quality control and the seats rubbing is just poor aligning of the seat tracking which throws everything off.

Did the end up charging for this correction.