Model X smash repair in Sydney

[Helihead]

My Model X (delivered January 2017) was involved in a low speed head-on collision in early December. It's about to come back from the Tesla approved repair shop (in early March). There was about $A60,000 in repair cost.

With such a major repair I'm concerned to make sure the work has been done properly. It's a reputable shop, but I still want to be sure, for example, that the sub-frame is straight within manufacturer's tolerances, that the front suspension has been replaced wherever necessary, etc.

How can I get someone who is independent of the repairer and the insurance company to make sure the work has been done properly, and that all parts that need to be replaced have been replaced?

 

[ytwytw]

Can you try to write off?

looks like frame is damaged as well and safety could be reduced

 

[Drewflux]

You can always take it to the service center. From the pics, looks like all front sheet metal and subframe set at the minimum. Tesla set a few rules for front end repair in their Technical service bulletins that approved pannel repair shops have to comply with. The front suspension one is listed somewhere on the forum.

 

[Helihead]

Thanks for these contributions. In the end I asked Tesla if they would review the car when it was repaired, and confirm that it complies with manufacturers specifications. They have agreed to do that, and I am waiting for the report.