Model X Delivery Checklist

[csalvato]

I talked with my Delivery Specialist, and given some of the woes I have had during my ordering process, they are going to give me the older S/X charger that supported 50 Amp -- or at least try to when I pick up in 2 days. I highly recommend you ask your DS before delivery so they can have one ready for you.

 

[csalvato]

I took delivery of my Model X on Dec 26th. For the most part the car was flawless. In fact everything “wrong” with it was minor nitpicks from my perfectionist wife

For example, there were minor scratches from overbuffing on the back of the trunk, but I couldn’t even notice them.

Still they will redetail those parts of the car for us.

Also, I requested the faster mobile charger and got it. My DS did tell me that they are going to the cheaper Model 3 cars, but made an exception for us. I would still ask.

Also, no swag. They seem to be moving away from that.

 

[csalvato]

Btw should probably remove the unpainted door issue in the checklist. There’s nothing they will do about that and I don’t know why anyone would care about that.

 

[tllt]

Just FYI, I recently realized that my top speed was limited to 85mph and saw on the forums that this is a software limit they put on inventory cars and they sometimes forget to change it before delivery. Would be good to add this to the checklist to ask the DS during delivery if you are getting an inventory car.

 

[GaryBowler]

Here are additional Model X specific items from my list created after taking delivery. Some may be repetitive from Nick's list, but I'd rather include them here.

- Check that 2nd row safety plates at the floor leave no gaps or holes during the entire forward and backward movement of the seats.
- Check all 2nd row seats for missing seat anchor point covers.
- Check both sides of each 2nd row seat for loose trim.
- Check under the carpet mats at the 2nd row for level seams on the floor. Rock the floor edges front to back to check for wobble of each of the three sections.
- Check that 3rd row seats fold down. Headrest first and the seat back follows.
- Check that the 3rd row seats can release and be restored to their upright locked position.
- Check the 3rd row seat backs where they meet in the middle. Is the leather stitched trim the same size on each side?
- Check from the trunk that the bottom of the rear seat carpet back is not bent and binding when raised. Pull trunk load floor firmly towards the rear of the vehicle to increase the gap.
- Check tie downs in the trunk that they are lying flat against the carpet and not sticking up.
- Stop the Falcon Wing Door in mid travel using the key fob to check for seal damage or misplaced wiring.
- Check if the driver and passenger door always open without having to pry the door loose with fingers.
- Let the Model X time out with doors open. Check if the driver and passenger door close and latch.
- Check both Falcon Wing Door sills for dents and scratches.
- Double check all wheels for edge damage.
- Check hidden paint edges at the B pillars for paint chips next to the roof glass.
- Check for Parcel Shelf to be installed with rear seats down (included for Signature vehicles)
- With the hatch open, check the seal space between the paint and plastic.
- With the hatch open, Check that upper hatch seals are closed with no paint or a little paint showing. Easy to correct on the spot.
- Check the rear headrests for scratches on the plastic back while the headrest is down before seat lowering.
- Check the 2nd row seat posts for scratches and carpet alignment at the base.
- Check leather seats for pucker (hills). Creases on the edges are normal for this quality of leather.
- Check windshield in direct sunlight for any sparkles caused by sand hitting the windshield during transport.
- Check paint carefully for specks of clear coat that may affect the application of clear bra wrap. More frequent on horizontal surfaces (hood).
- Check under the carpet cover in the rear trunk if the air tubes are fully positioned across the width of the trunk and did not slide together in shipment.
- Check top center roof glass outside for excessive height differences or bending.
- Check rear hatch when closed for equal sized gaps on both sides. Now, check the taillight gaps if they are of similar spacing on each side.
- Check rear hatch top alignment with Falcon Wing Doors. Most important is that all chrome trim aligns around the entire vehicle.
- Check under outside rear view mirrors for excessive clear glue.
- Check at the right and left bottom corner of the windshield for loose plastic trim that has pulled away from painted B pillar.
- Check during a test drive at slow speed that a raise of the cruise control doesn't cause the vehicle to engage at low speed and speed up gradually.

 

[Lzcommon]

picked up my 75D 7 seater today. Supposed to get the car on Christmas Eve, but a software issue delayed the delivery, having been driving a model x loaner for 20 days. Finally got the car today! Overall a smooth experience. A couple of things noticed:

1. The rubber seal between big and small windows on passenger door is off alignment.

2. Towing package was not included. Will have to go to service center to get it installed.

3. The single seat in the second row bench seats does not return to original position after folded and unfolded.

4 there are two very subtle lines on the front bumper which appear to be imperfect paint job.

My DS wrote everything down, hopefully will get everything fixed when I get the towing package installed.

I asked and got a first generation mobile charger.

Other than my model x, all the cars delivered this morning were model 3! This is at the Santa Ana center.

A quick question. How soon will autopilot be available on new car? My DS said it requires a initial configuration which may take 60 miles. I can adjust autosteer etc on the center control, but it is still not available while I am driving. I have 30 miles on the odometer.

 

[csalvato]

picked up my 75D 7 seater today. Supposed to get the car on Christmas Eve, but a software issue delayed the delivery, having been driving a model x loaner for 20 days. Finally got the car today! Overall a smooth experience. A couple of things noticed:

1. The rubber seal between big and small windows on passenger door is off alignment.

2. Towing package was not included. Will have to go to service center to get it installed.

3. The single seat in the second row bench seats does not return to original position after folded and unfolded.

4 there are two very subtle lines on the front bumper which appear to be imperfect paint job.

My DS wrote everything down, hopefully will get everything fixed when I get the towing package installed.

I asked and got a first generation mobile charger.

Other than my model x, all the cars delivered this morning were model 3! This is at the Santa Ana center.

A quick question. How soon will autopilot be available on new car? My DS said it requires a initial configuration which may take 60 miles. I can adjust autosteer etc on the center control, but it is still not available while I am driving. I have 30 miles on the odometer.

Autosteer popped in for me at about 60 miles. If it’s not there by 100 call the service center

 

[tonychou]

Here's the web/print-friendly version:
Tesla Model X Checklist

Unless you're editing the document, use this version

Thanks! and now do print.

 

[zxed]

Btw should probably remove the unpainted door issue in the checklist. There’s nothing they will do about that and I don’t know why anyone would care about that.

Just noticed that mine was not painted - seems like primed, but not painted. This was a dec 2017 delivery.

 

[csalvato]

Just noticed that mine was not painted - seems like primed, but not painted. This was a dec 2017 delivery.

Same

 

[YouZiDAD]

Anyone has an idea what is going on since I placed order on December 1 and haven't even received a VIN yet

 

[Mumper]

Anyone has an idea what is going on since I placed order on December 1 and haven't even received a VIN yet

I placed on 1/4, no VIN here either.

 

[StephB]

I placed on 1/4, no VIN here either.

I ordered on 1/8 and don’t have a VIN, but I asked for an estimated delivery date due to some vacations I have coming up, and got a date of 3/22.
My boyfriend ordered a Model S on 12/5 and his delivery date is 3/1. He didn’t get a VIN until a couple weeks ago.

 

[Mumper]

Oof, 3/22 is really far out!

 

[YouZiDAD]

I placed on 1/4, no VIN here either.

I got mine VIN yesterday.

 

[StephB]

Oof, 3/22 is really far out!

Yeah, especially since the average according to the delivery spreadsheet is more like 53 days. Not the case anymore

 

[jnuyens]

I updated the checklist for Februari 2018. Thanks for all the input!
I tried to trim the list to remove older issues and shorten the list to a more manageable size.

 

[quicksilver99]

jnuyens,

Thanks for updating the list...is there any thresholds or tolerances I should be aware about for an inventory car/showroom?

 

[jnuyens]

jnuyens,
Thanks for updating the list...is there any thresholds or tolerances I should be aware about for an inventory car/showroom?

When we bought our CPO Tesla Model S from 2014, it was almost flawless. We insisted on a replacement windshield and hood prior to accepting delivery - as we were inside we couldn't really judge the extend of the problem. Afterwards, outside, it turned out to be minor issues, but they were replaced/painted non the less.
All in all - together with the warranty - a flawless car for a very good price.

 

[Cr2l2O]

is there an updated list for March? Thanks so much!