OEM Spoiler coming off on Model Y Performance

[DesmoDog]

Wow, just a few weeks after you got it??? I asked the guy who delivered mine if that issue had been fixed. I guess not surprisingly he said yes. I will keep a close eye on it. Ugh.

 

[bceeezy]

I just noticed that my spoiler is also coming loose on one side. I scheduled a service appointment but I'm surprised they didn't offer mobile for something like this.

I had mine replaced and it started coming off the day it was installed. After talking to the service rep, they were willing to fulfill the request for mobile service, but one side is still coming up again. Might just go aftermarket after one more time.

 

[Cares]

Aftermarket spoilers are a couple hundred each though right? I rather just keep it on until it won't stay anymore. It's not like it actually offers efficiency or performance does it?

 

[bceeezy]

They should replace it under warranty though. We had to get it serviced for something else and decided it was a good time to add it to the list.

 

[EVO X]

I’m on my 5th!!!!
Seriously 5th!!!
Twice at Tesla and 3 times at my house.

 

[Failed1]

I noticed the spoiler on my Y performance wasn’t connected on the sides when I took delivery. Kind of thought it was the design TBH. Today when I opened the hatch I noticed it was noticeably loose and looks like it’s peeling of all together. Made an appointment. My Y is 3 months old.

 

[Hooryder]

Same thing happened to my wife's myp requesting service now. Smh I have after market on model 3 np with fitment.

 

[CrownDad]

My spoiler edge is slightly raised on the passenger side. Its fine for now but will be keeping a close eye on it.

 

[Kobit]

Manager at my service center confirmed a few days ago that a new spoiler is coming soon that wraps around further and holds better

 

[changn85]

Same issue. I've replaced mine a total of 7 times. I'm just having mine removed completely. Not worth scheduling an appointment each time to get it replaced. Yes, it's free but its the inconvenience factor. They should know better.

 

[Noixd]

Betalink K1

 

[Cupcar]

According to 3M, VHB tape does not require a curing time BUT does require the correct primer to be used on the surfaces. Are the Tesla technicians preparing and priming the paint surface? If the tape is coming off with the spoiler, this may be the case why the spoilers keep coming off. If the tape is coming off the spoiler that could mean Tesla is not prepping the spoiler surface correctly before the tape is applied.
3M guide PDF here: https://multimedia.3m.com/mws/media/1204168O/3m-vhb-tape-design-guide-high-res-pdf.pdf

 

[Noixd]

According to 3M, VHB tape does not require a curing time BUT does require the correct primer to be used on the surfaces. Are the Tesla technicians preparing and priming the paint surface? If the tape is coming off with the spoiler, this may be the case why the spoilers keep coming off. If the tape is coming off the spoiler that could mean Tesla is not prepping the spoiler surface correctly before the tape is applied.
3M guide PDF here: https://multimedia.3m.com/mws/media/1204168O/3m-vhb-tape-design-guide-high-res-pdf.pdf

No, that’s not the reason. I’ve done this all before to a T and the spoiler just doesn’t kiss the ass! You need to use Betalink K1 to attach the spoiler!

 

[Cupcar]

No, that’s not the reason. I’ve done this all before to a T and the spoiler just doesn’t kiss the ass! You need to use Betalink K1 to attach the spoiler!

Nice, and the K1 is even approved by the German TUV for spoiler attachment. A good recommendation.

 

[Noixd]

Nice, and the K1 is even approved by the German TUV for spoiler attachment. A good recommendation.

BMW uses it all on their carbon fiber spoilers!

 

[NoireFloraison]

Hope this doesn’t happen with mine. Will be keeping an eye on it.

 

[Noixd]

Hope this doesn’t happen with mine. Will be keeping an eye on it.

All of them do!

 

[dduffey]

Aftermarket spoilers are a couple hundred each though right? I rather just keep it on until it won't stay anymore. It's not like it actually offers efficiency or performance does it?

I bought matte carbon print spoilers for ~$80 each (3 and Y) ... Have held up for a year now.

Don't know how the compare to OEM, they are obviously fake but not sure if OEM is real carbon either?

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08V4T9FWB/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_imm_TKHDHJZJS1VJM9BDC7MN?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

 

[dduffey]

I bought matte carbon print spoilers for ~$80 each (3 and Y) ... Have held up for a year now.

Don't know how the compare to OEM, they are obviously fake but not sure if OEM is real carbon either?

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08V4T9FWB/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_imm_TKHDHJZJS1VJM9BDC7MN?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

When I installed it, I first cleaned and dried the trunk well (duh), then I used painters tape to fit it how I would like. Then I used tape on the car to mark the edges and outline of the spoiler. Removed the spoiler and then used the rubbing pad they include, specially the edges.

On the 3 I overshot a bit and the rubbing pad is abrasive so it left some microscratches I will need to buff out.

Then I removed just about 3 inches of spoiler backing tape one the edges and then made sure it was fit well. Made sure to put pressure on the center section (where tape was not peeled) to make sure there was a good fit. Then removed the tape (slide it out).

Then spent a good 30 seconds applying pressure to all areas including edges.

Used some more painters tape to hold it in place overnight.

So far so good.

 

[Noixd]

I bought matte carbon print spoilers for ~$80 each (3 and Y) ... Have held up for a year now.

Don't know how the compare to OEM, they are obviously fake but not sure if OEM is real carbon either?

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08V4T9FWB/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_imm_TKHDHJZJS1VJM9BDC7MN?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

OEM is real carbon fiber made in Italy!