Tires on Model S Plaid

[lohboy]

I've had 2 flat tires in 3 days with the 21 inch stock tires on the S Plaid. First was a slash on the tread and the 2nd was a puncture. Has anyone else experienced more than usual flats?
Thanks in advance.

 

[Tam]

...more than usual flats?...

There could be no rhymes or reasons as when it rains it pours.

On the other hand, I think a 21" tire is more vulnerable to damage than a 19".

 

[URBAN LEGEND]

It’s a soft compound tire and will pick up bs. I’ve been on Michelin Pilots since 2012 on several cars.
It’s part of a sticky lightweight tire.

I stay away from new housing developments and Home depot parking lots. Other than that it’s all I can do.

 

[Askdcg]

I have the same issue. I got a flat a week ago and Tire Rack and 3 Tesla dealerships in FL (Delray Beach, Palm Beach and Fort Lauderdale) all claim they don’t have tires. I ordered a tire from tire rack that isn’t supposed to arrive at Tire Rack until 4/1. This was my daily driver. Shame on Tesla for not having a suitable alternative. My car will be sidelined for at least 33 weeks? That’s not acceptable in my opinion. Thankfully I work from home, otherwise I would have to rent a car. Anyone else in the same boat? Was anyone able to locate one of the $500+ tires?

 

[Askdcg]

I have the same issue. I got a flat a week ago and Tire Rack and 3 Tesla dealerships in FL (Delray Beach, Palm Beach and Fort Lauderdale) all claim they don’t have tires. I ordered a tire from tire rack that isn’t supposed to arrive at Tire Rack until 4/1. This was my daily driver. Shame on Tesla for not having a suitable alternative. My car will be sidelined for at least 3 weeks? That’s not acceptable in my opinion. Thankfully I work from home, otherwise I would have to rent a car. Anyone else in the same boat? Was anyone able to locate one of the $500+ tires?

 

[nilesborg]

I've had 2 since getting delivery. One was able to be plugged (covered under roadside assistance), one needed a full replacement. Flats are gonna happen.

 

[Askdcg]

I've had 2 since getting delivery. One was able to be plugged (covered under roadside assistance), one needed a full replacement. Flats are gonna happen.

I agree, flats are going to happen. Needless to say, my local Tesla dealership got 2 tires in stock so I was able to replace the damaged tire and bought the 2nd tire as a spare in case this happens again.

 

[nilesborg]

I agree, flats are going to happen. Needless to say, my local Tesla dealership got 2 tires in stock so I was able to replace the damaged tire and bought the 2nd tire as a spare in case this happens again.

Not a bad idea. If you have 'em, those mega 295/30/R21's are beastly, expensive and not always easy to find...