Inherited a 2013 S

[Robinson007]

I am constantly surprised by the things my Tesla needs. Latest: the Tesla person told me that at my car's age it is expected that the fluid under the glass of the touch screen will leak. This is clear & VERY sticky gel. Anyone else has/had this problem?

 

[CyberGus]

What your Tesla WON'T need:

• Coolant hoses
• Serpentine Belt
• Oil Change
• Transmission Fluid Flush
• Timing Belt Replacement
• Muffler
• Starter/Solenoid
• Alternator
• Spark Plugs/Wires
• Antifreeze Flush
• Fuel Additives
• Fuel (lol)

It's true that there are some high-failure items from the early cars, like the screen you mention (I think it's an adhesive problem?). In the long run, I think you'll find the average maintenance to be far less than an ICE vehicle.

 

[Merrill]

I have a 2013 Model S I purchased new and have had a few problems the MCU needed replacement for going dark, other than that I love it.

 

[LEAKER]

Don't believe that! When a Tesla with 36k miles has been in the shop many times more than my Maserati or G-Wagon with similar miles that's pretty pathetic.