Get new OEM brake pads. Then replace brake fluid with OEM fluid, do a test drive (10 minutes with some moderate braking) and then fill brake fluid to the max line (or let the workshop do that). There is no such thing as "high performance brake fluid". Get fresh standard quality fluid (sealed).
Do the race again with regen Normal. If brake pads actually fail again, report here and contact Tesla. Because this is nonsense.
Model 3 is considered sporty. Especially with suspension settings in mind. Having mild brake pads doesn't make sense.
I'm imagining doing 100-130mph on autobahn and having many heavy braking events. Not that different. Much more dangerous.
@mattcrowley
Question, didn't you get this symbol on the dash?
Or this:
If not, it appears to be safety issue. Brake reservoir MUST have level sensor and it must trigger immediately!
Question 2: did you hear the squeaking? Tesla doesn't have brake pad wear sensor, they apparently use noise to inform owner about worn brake pad.
Brake rotor and pad temperature can have virtual temperature sensor. If they fail again, I'd recommend Tesla to fix the problem in one or another way, otherwise it might end with factory recall. Brakes can't fail without warning. There is an appropriate brake system for appropriate drivetrain.
Example. BMW. Same chassis, same model. Engine with 135kW power vs same engine with 142kW power (different software). One car accepts 15" wheels but the second one does not. Requires 16". Why? More power to accelerate, more power to brake. Bigger rotors, larger brake pad.
PS:
Just made up a sign Tesla could use if they actually don't want to upgrade brake pads and want to go with software patch (virtual sensor).
How brake pads fail:
Either binder in the friction material fails (brake pad will erode rapidly), binder will sweat (acts as lubricator, weak braking while pedal hard), or binder between friction pad and base fails. Ends with a bang and brake failure, at least for a moment.
Brake pad manufacturer sets maximum brake pad temperature limit car should obey.
Rotors can overheat, but usually pads.Overheated rotors will change color to purple. Can get warped. It is recommended to have brake pads mild enough not to damage the brake discs.
Brake fluid problem was weird. Usually, if filled to MAX, it should not run to zero, even when all 8 pads are worn down to base plate.
Do the race again with regen Normal. If brake pads actually fail again, report here and contact Tesla. Because this is nonsense.
Model 3 is considered sporty. Especially with suspension settings in mind. Having mild brake pads doesn't make sense.
I'm imagining doing 100-130mph on autobahn and having many heavy braking events. Not that different. Much more dangerous.
@mattcrowley
Question, didn't you get this symbol on the dash?
Or this:
If not, it appears to be safety issue. Brake reservoir MUST have level sensor and it must trigger immediately!
Question 2: did you hear the squeaking? Tesla doesn't have brake pad wear sensor, they apparently use noise to inform owner about worn brake pad.
Brake rotor and pad temperature can have virtual temperature sensor. If they fail again, I'd recommend Tesla to fix the problem in one or another way, otherwise it might end with factory recall. Brakes can't fail without warning. There is an appropriate brake system for appropriate drivetrain.
Example. BMW. Same chassis, same model. Engine with 135kW power vs same engine with 142kW power (different software). One car accepts 15" wheels but the second one does not. Requires 16". Why? More power to accelerate, more power to brake. Bigger rotors, larger brake pad.
PS:
Just made up a sign Tesla could use if they actually don't want to upgrade brake pads and want to go with software patch (virtual sensor).
How brake pads fail:
Either binder in the friction material fails (brake pad will erode rapidly), binder will sweat (acts as lubricator, weak braking while pedal hard), or binder between friction pad and base fails. Ends with a bang and brake failure, at least for a moment.
Brake pad manufacturer sets maximum brake pad temperature limit car should obey.
Rotors can overheat, but usually pads.Overheated rotors will change color to purple. Can get warped. It is recommended to have brake pads mild enough not to damage the brake discs.
Brake fluid problem was weird. Usually, if filled to MAX, it should not run to zero, even when all 8 pads are worn down to base plate.