2021+ Model S LR Delivery Tracking

[derevan007]

Alright well. For the first time I have an EDD range of July 25- Aug 6. Was Aug yesterday blank before that aug before blah blah blah. I’m hoping since this is a narrower window. It will be a good sign. Any insight for those that went through this.

Similar to what happened to me at first. Ask your SA to look up your order and I bet the status is that yours is in "build planning" awaiting a "soft VIN match". If your SA knows how to read your record, it should even have an estimated date for that match. Once the VIN match occurs, it means your car is born, and the delivery window will settle down and be more accurate. Your EDD makes sense given you are in Florida. The only exception I have read from others on this forum is a VIN change or loss of VIN altogether (this usually means there is something wrong with the car or they had to re-assign for whatever reason; seems this doesn't happen that often though).

 

[Waverider317]

Similar to what happened to me at first. Ask your SA to look up your order and I bet the status is that yours is in "build planning" awaiting a "soft VIN match". If your SA knows how to read your record, it should even have an estimated date for that match. Once the VIN match occurs, it means your car is born, and the delivery window will settle down and be more accurate. Your EDD makes sense given you are in Florida. The only exception I have read from others on this forum is a VIN change or loss of VIN altogether (this usually means there is something wrong with the car or they had to re-assign for whatever reason; seems this doesn't happen that often though).

Thank you for this! I will email him shorty and ask. From when you first saw the delivery window, how
Long did it take for you to get a VIN. I am in Northeast Florida. Hoping it will be at the end of the month but at this point I’m just hoping this date range holds and doesn’t go MIA tomorrow lol

 

[Zaker89]

So I emailed my SA regarding my order and she said they didn't start the delivery for LR yet lol.....

 

[BruceR61]

The pic of the MS with grey tempest wheel covers was in fact not in the "island of misfit toys" since there was a Model X pre-refresh right next to it.

We know the wheels exist. We even have heard of cars being sent to SC with the wheels - but those cars were NOT delivered. The buyer assigned the VIN was told they were awaiting a change in wheels and they did not deliver the car. I posted earlier about the other weird sticker below the barcode. Someone care to figure out what it means? There is something wrong with those wheels that they are not releasing cars.
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[JimLL]

So I emailed my SA regarding my order and she said they didn't start the delivery for LR yet lol.....

They need a facepalm reaction for misinformation from SAs.

 

[SoCalDude]

Me too. 1 day of August yesterday... back to blank today. RN1144 1/27 order.

I ordered 5 days before you. So you must be RN114407xxx. I was August and went back to blank. But I am 19s.

 

[derevan007]

Thank you for this! I will email him shorty and ask. From when you first saw the delivery window, how
Long did it take for you to get a VIN. I am in Northeast Florida. Hoping it will be at the end of the month but at this point I’m just hoping this date range holds and doesn’t go MIA tomorrow lol

About 3 days. Then I got the VIN and date of August. A few hours later it went to July 11-16 (that was yesterday evening)

 

[derevan007]

About 3 days. Then I got the VIN and date of August. A few hours later it went to July 11-16 (that was yesterday evening)

Oh and mine was blank for months until I switched to 21s just this past Monday. That’s when things changed quickly for me. And so relieved I missed the price jump!

 

[feixingyuan]

Off Topic (AGAIN, SORRY)

Thanks to a post by jeremymc7 here at TMC, I found a fantastic delivery checklist for our new S. Many thanks to Jeremy & again, sorry for the post here!!

 

[derevan007]

Off Topic (AGAIN, SORRY)

Thanks to a post by jeremymc7 here at TMC, I found a fantastic delivery checklist for our new S. Many thanks to Jeremy & again, sorry for the post here!!

Please share the link. It’s topic adjacent!

 

[feixingyuan]

Please share the link. It’s topic adjacent!

I entered into SEARCH: NEW S DELIVERY CHECKLIST and found a post by jeremymc7 under: NEW MODEL S INSPECTION OR CHECKLIST. Extremely well done IMHO; thanks to Jeremy!!

 

[doubleshot]

I entered into SEARCH: NEW S DELIVERY CHECKLIST and found a post by jeremymc7 under: NEW MODEL S INSPECTION OR CHECKLIST. Extremely well done IMHO; thanks to Jeremy!!

I'm thumbing both of your posts down. Both of your posts and no links. What in the world. Lol

 

[Waverider317]

About 3 days. Then I got the VIN and date of August. A few hours later it went to July 11-16 (that was yesterday evening)

All right so I called my sa And of course get that there is no VIN assigned to you yet which I knew. I guess I will just be watching my account for a vin number to appear there LOL hoping three days for me as well

 

[Electric Magic]

I'm thumbing both of your posts down. Both of your posts and no links. What in the world. Lol

@doubleshot, all you needed to do was search the TMC forum with the exact keywords feixingyuan had suggested to get to the delivery checklist … Anyways, here goes…
Post in thread 'New Model S inspection or checklist'
New Model S inspection or checklist

 

[derevan007]

Things are moving quickly.

This was accompanied by a text saying: Good afternoon from Tesla Palm Springs. You have been assigned a tentative delivery date (which will automatically fluctuate.) A member of our Palm Springs Delivery Team will call you to speak with you directly once your VIN has arrived in Palm Springs in order to confirm that the VIN has arrived and passed our New Vehicle Inspection. Please disregard any automated calls requesting a delivery confirmation. The Palm Springs Delivery Team member will also schedule and confirm an official pickup date and time for your delivery during this call.

 

[legend_of_jim]

Things are moving quickly.
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This was accompanied by a text saying: Good afternoon from Tesla Palm Springs. You have been assigned a tentative delivery date (which will automatically fluctuate.) A member of our Palm Springs Delivery Team will call you to speak with you directly once your VIN has arrived in Palm Springs in order to confirm that the VIN has arrived and passed our New Vehicle Inspection. Please disregard any automated calls requesting a delivery confirmation. The Palm Springs Delivery Team member will also schedule and confirm an official pickup date and time for your delivery during this call.

Congrats!! Still waiting on my email

 

[Allen T]

We know the wheels exist. We even have heard of cars being sent to SC with the wheels - but those cars were NOT delivered. The buyer assigned the VIN was told they were awaiting a change in wheels and they did not deliver the car. I posted earlier about the other weird sticker below the barcode. Someone care to figure out what it means? There is something wrong with those wheels that they are not releasing cars.
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Yes, they are ugly

 

[Derrickd5]

I'm thumbing both of your posts down. Both of your posts and no links. What in the world. Lol

This is from Jeremy from the other thread for the checklist.
Not mine!

A. Verify pre-delivery vehicle records

• Check for the correct full name and address on your paperwork.
• Confirm the vehicle’s VIN matches your paperwork.
• Bring written or digital proof of your down payment having been made and the final payment details
• Bring a printed insurance card.

B. Exterior inspection

• Inspect body exterior paint for defects.
• Inspect vehicle underside (front and rear) for signs of scraping, or damage.
• Check for any obvious body panel misalignment, or gaps. Especially the frunk gap, charge port, front and rear lights flush with hood/panels, glass roof panels aligned, no leaks.
• Inspect wheel rims for damage, and that all 4 valve stem covers on tires.
• Inspect all glass for signs of distortion, scratches, or cracks.
• Check for proper windshield and windshield trim installation.
• Inspect all edges of the roof glass panel and rear window.
• Test all doors to ensure they open and close without unreasonable effort or sound. Check paint in areas such as door hinges, that are not visible when doors are closed.
• Test opening and closing of the trunk with auto-close button. The door should latch and seal automatically.
• Test opening and closing of the frunk. Check paint in areas that are not visible when frunk and trunk are closed.
• Check for the towing eye under the frunk mat, and that it can be easily removed.
• Ensure door windows auto-close completely when doors are closed.
• Check all front and rear exterior lights for signs of internal condensation.
• With all doors open, inspect the weather seals around door gaps and windows. NOTE: Some deliveries have reported seals being “overlapped” incorrectly. This is easily fixed by hand in a few seconds, but worth noting.

C. In the driver seat

• Check for any error messages on the display screen.
• Touch the “Tesla T” at the top of the screen to bring up the “About Your Tesla” window. Tap the unicorn drawing to access the Sketch Pad. Leave the Sketch Pad up for a minute to make sure there are no phantom touches happening on the display.
• Gently test the driver and passenger door emergency release.
• Check all 4 windows to ensure they open and close properly.
• Make sure AC/Heat works at full power without strange noises.
• Test the sound system to ensure all speakers are working (move fade/balance to all four points to verify)
• Test the steering wheel position controls to ensure proper operation.
• Press the center of the steering wheel to make sure the vehicle’s horn works.
• Check windshield for distorted view.
• Test the windshield wipers.
• Test the rearview camera.
• Check side mirrors for proper operation of folding and position adjustment (minimal noise).
• Check sun-visor operation and mirror condition.
• Check the rearview mirror for any warping or distortion.

D. Interior inspection

• Inspect interior seat upholstery, door surfaces, dash, liner & carpets (including rear seats, frunk, and trunk).
• Check the windshield and windows for ripples in the glass.
• Check left and right clothing hook operation.
• Check all seat belts for proper operation.
• Both front seats don’t squeak when moving (check all directions of motion).
• Check the rear seats for proper fold-down operation.
• Try to lift the bottom of the back seat to ensure it is securely attached to its base.

E. Connectivity inspection

• Test connectivity in all USB ports (1 USB-A/1 USB-C in the front, 2 USB-C in the rear).
• Check 12 volt DC receptacle has power.
• Test connectivity of wireless phone charger.
• Music streaming & phone streaming work, radio reception is good.
• Test both key cards to ensure they work on B-pillar. Keep one key card on your person in case the phone app does not operate properly.
• Pair your smartphone to your vehicle over Bluetooth. Check functions work (unlock, precondition, etc)

F. Lighting inspection

• Vanity mirror lights, Front overhead driver & passenger lights.
• Rear overhead left & right side lights.
• Driver & passenger foot wells, Driver & passenger door pockets
• Rear left & right door pockets.
• Driver & passenger door puddle lights.
• Console middle compartment light, Console rear compartment light.
• All door latch button lights, All door window button lights.
• Steering wheel control lights.
• Glovebox light (check glovebox opening and closing).
• Frunk light.
• Trunk lights (2).
• Fog lights.
• Headlights (low & high-beam).
• Front park lights.
• Front turn signal lights, Left & right side turn signal lights.
• Rear running lights.
• Brake lights.

G. Inspect charging ability

• Check the charge port door for proper operation and alignment.
• Check charge port indicator light.
• Ensure the vehicle will accept a charge.
• Check the mobile charging kit with cable. Test it to ensure it works and each connector charge, latch, unlatch
• J1772 adapter.
• NEMA 5–15 120v adapter.
• NEMA 14–50 240v adapter.
• Test supercharger on site.

H. Final items

• Ask your delivery specialist to make sure that your car is marked as DELIVERED in Tesla’s network. There have been reports of cars being delivered and the phone app doesn’t allow log in the following day.
• Make sure you have copies of all paperwork necessary for good documentation of your purchase, including a copy of your signed purchase agreement. If your delivery specialist suggests that you can get your documents electronically on your Tesla account, ask for paper copies you can take with you anyway

 

[IamGaryGnu]

A watched pot never boils. Based on my recent SA conversations (one of them with Tesla for over 8 years), it's clear that production of Model S LR with 19s will not start until August. So, irrespective of your RN, August is the earliest anyone is going to see a 19LR, which includes me. I have a March order date. I am expecting September delivery. August would be a bonus. I am done checking my order page until August. This is stupid. Good luck, all.

I’m still checking daily or 4 to 5x/week for giggles, but I ordered after you, and agree based on the website those 19” wheels are delayed. So be it. I don’t want 21” for a variety of reasons, so I’ll just “tough” it out. There are plenty of software bugs I wouldn’t mind seeing improved during my wait.

 

[IamGaryGnu]

We know the wheels exist. We even have heard of cars being sent to SC with the wheels - but those cars were NOT delivered. The buyer assigned the VIN was told they were awaiting a change in wheels and they did not deliver the car. I posted earlier about the other weird sticker below the barcode. Someone care to figure out what it means? There is something wrong with those wheels that they are not releasing cars.
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Pure speculation - maybe the currently produced Tempest deform, crack, or don’t hold on to the aero covers. Whatever it is, it seems like any that have been produced are not allowed out in the wild. Again, pure speculation, but I’m guessing a vendor produced the wheels, not up to spec, and Tesla is awaiting the correctly specc’ed wheels to arrive, versus having to issue a recall for dud wheels.
may be completely off base, but really only thing that makes sense to me.
next, I’d like to guess about those 420-450 dusty cars, missing chips? 19” wheels? What if there are different rotors or other parts? Maybe Tesla decided better to let them sit instead of throwing 21” on for EOQ? or maybe more missing stuff? But the you’d expect those numbers to lessen. I think they’re waiting for the right 19” wheels, maybe those are even 3 or Y wheels there as place holders? Versus storing the cars in 450 jacks?