Issues with my Model S

[zambono]

Really??? So your premise here is Tesla is the only automaker that has any problems with their cars post production? Do you even own one? I do, and I can tell you that 7+ months into ownership I've had one issue that needed attention which could have happened to any other car out there (seatbelt issue), otherwise things have been great.

I have no idea what the motivation is behind your post, but judging by your newness and low post count, I have a pretty good idea...

Jeff

Don't waste your time with that guy he only has 2 posts and both negative. Sounds more like someone who wanted an S but could only afford a Leaf.

 

[Galve2000]

Don't waste your time with that guy he only has 2 posts and both negative. Sounds more like someone who wanted an S but could only afford a Leaf.

SHADE....

(i totally agree btw...)

 

[SPXMike]

Back to the technical issue at hand - concur with @AB4EJ. The first time my car was in for this they disconnected and reconnected all the connectors. Unfortunately that wasn't the problem, but sound advice.

 

[GJ79]

Hey guys disregard the Troll, not worth the Keyboard strokes.

I am supposed to get a service appointment next week unless the issue turns into an immediate one again.

I concur with it being a connector or component (relay) issue. However if it's something as harsh that can completely shut down this vehicle they should be able to isolate the issue and fix it. I mean I was to a point where I couldn't jump it and needed a tow.

 

[supratachophobia]

Really??? So your premise here is Tesla is the only automaker that has any problems with their cars post production? Do you even own one? I do, and I can tell you that 7+ months into ownership I've had one issue that needed attention which could have happened to any other car out there (seatbelt issue), otherwise things have been great.

I have no idea what the motivation is behind your post, but judging by your newness and low post count, I have a pretty good idea...

Jeff

Oddly enough, he brings up a good point about the FOB proximity to the car. The rest though..... I think it's a little generous to think that he things he can affect stock price by negative comments on this forum. Many have tried for years to wag the dog with TSLA, to no avail.

 

[RichieTheC]

Yeah, he's "ONE OF A KIND"

Thank God there is only one of him!

 

[SPXMike]

I was told for my specific issue it would not stop the car if it was already moving, but it would prevent a restart.

 

[W0QR]

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[SPXMike]

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[GJ79]

So it happened to me again last night and I checked the Voltage with my Escort Radar detector and it showed the voltage at 12.3 Volt. Is that too low ? I would think it that should be still in range, right ?

 

[SPXMike]

That seems low. It should be in the upper 12s at least. After reading your post just now I went and checked my car and I'm getting 13.8 VDC at the "cigarette lighter" power port.

 

[hiroshiy]

So it happened to me again last night and I checked the Voltage with my Escort Radar detector and it showed the voltage at 12.3 Volt. Is that too low ? I would think it that should be still in range, right ?

In addition to the radar detector, what devices do you use?

 

[GJ79]

This morning the Car ran fine again and the Voltage was at 13.3Volts. There is also a dashcam installed but it was installed 2 years ago by the original owner.

 

[GJ79]

Now the service center wants to have the car again for 4-5 days and want me to pay for it as it's out of warranty. The first 5 day visit where they couldn't find the issue) they covered the cost. But now this sounds like it might get very expensive for me. This really sucks on a two year old vehicle.

 

[msnow]

Now the service center wants to have the car again for 4-5 days and want me to pay for it as it's out of warranty. The first 5 day visit where they couldn't find the issue) they covered the cost. But now this sounds like it might get very expensive for me. This really sucks on a two year old vehicle.

How can you be out of warranty on a 2 year old car? Is it over 50k mileage?

 

[GJ79]

How can you be out of warranty on a 2 year old car? Is it over 50k mileage?

Yes

Problem is that they already tried to find the issue on a previous visit when this same issue got me stranded and I needed a tow and back then they couldn't find it anything wrong after having the car for 5 days. It seems like there is no end to it. They can charge me over and over or diagnosing and not finding the cause.

 

[SPXMike]

@GJ79 I'm not sure what other choice you have. I was going to recommend you drive the car down there, make them keep it, and not return it to you until they find and fix this. Looks like that is what they want to do, and if this is happening with increasing frequency they should find it.

I've experienced your same frustration, except for the out-of-warranty part. I know this stinks, but if it happens more often they should find it. Good luck to you.

 

[GJ79]

@GJ79 I'm not sure what other choice you have. I was going to recommend you drive the car down there, make them keep it, and not return it to you until they find and fix this. Looks like that is what they want to do, and if this is happening with increasing frequency they should find it.

I've experienced your same frustration, except for the out-of-warranty part. I know this stinks, but if it happens more often they should find it. Good luck to you.

Anyone wants to buy a P85+ lol

 

[hiroshiy]

This morning the Car ran fine again and the Voltage was at 13.3Volts. There is also a dashcam installed but it was installed 2 years ago by the original owner.

Ok, does the dashcam stay on even the vehicle is off? Also what kind of dashcam? I asked because some dashcams have internal rechargeable batteries and if those go bust, they could keep spending a lot of 12V power. Do you have a cutoff device between the dashcam and the car? I'd recommend inserting:
http://www.blackvue.com/power-magic-pro/

 

[K-MTG]

Ok, does the dashcam stay on even the vehicle is off? Also what kind of dashcam? I asked because some dashcams have internal rechargeable batteries and if those go bust, they could keep spending a lot of 12V power. Do you have a cutoff device between the dashcam and the car? I'd recommend inserting:
Welcome to BlackVue | POWER MAGIC PRO

I don't think you need a cutoff on a Tesla as the 12V battery is continuously topped-off by the main battery