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Yoke peeling
- Thread starter Andy L
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Thanks for your feedback. The looks can be subjective, some prefer stitching, and some don’t. Also, most the stitching is behind the yoke, which the driver will only see a small part of it.
Regarding the press fit, Tesla uses vinyl which is more elastic and press friendly. However, it can’t be as thick like the real leather, which equal to less durable and that’s what this thread is about. The shape of the yoke is just not favorable for real leather to stretch and press on without distributing the tension with stitching.
We certainly can’t make everyone satisfied with the looks, but we can make sure the new yoke will be much more durable and with better feels.
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SoCalDude
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My 2021 TESLA model X 3500 miles, the yoke steering wheel has started peeling
I have an appointment to take in in the he Tesla Service 2/8/22
I hope the new yoke steering wheel will replaced with one that will last longer
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I created a service ticket about mine peeling. They said they’d replace it once under warranty, but the new “updated” material isn’t out and it would peel again. They asked if I wanted to wait on the updated part; which I opted for.
Before putting the car in park, I turn the wheel slight to the right so I have plenty of room to get in and out without hitting the steering wheel. Problem solved.
Except when the yoke peels at the top, which on mine has only ever touched my hands (never gloves). The picture doesn't show it, but it actually peeled at both tops. I got it replaced under warranty. The new yoke's airbag cover has a little give, unlike the old one. I'm hopeful it'll support the horn one of these days.
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Do any of the drivers in your family use hand creams? Hand creams and hair products seem to weaken the petroleum based material Tesla uses for their seats and steering wheels. We haven't any problems with our steering wheels because no one uses hand creams. And a lot of M3 owner have the headrests bubbling from whatever they put in their hair.
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That's absolutely a concern. But I'm the only driver and I never use any product on my hands (probably should though!). I suspect it's from the pressure of resting one's hands around the top of the yoke. Maybe it pulls on the vinyl downward and eventually breaks on top? Just a theory, but my best one so far. I just hope the new yoke was made more sturdy.
KennyBry
Member
Anyone heard if the new yoke with "updated" material is available yet? I'm on my second yoke and it is starting to peel.
aerodyne
2 of 3 EV's - Defect Free!
IDK...it seems like the material is very thin and is stretched even thinner in the corners.
I'd be up for an.aftermarket non vegan leather wrap, as opposed to waiting for Tesla to come out with an improved cover.
There is a vendor on here advertising exactly that.
Vendor - Tesla Model S Yoke tailor-made program.
Hi all! We at Secret-EV Performance are excited to announce the Yoke Tailor-Made Program for all Model S refresh owners. As current Model S refresh owners, we quickly realized that the factory yoke is not made from the best material for a car that costs over $100k+. Tesla uses vegan leather...
teslamotorsclub.com
Sadly, many are completely unaware that using the skins of animals creates more GHG's than all transport combined; best to stay with non-animal sourced materials:
Animal agriculture is responsible for 18 percent of greenhouse gas emissions, more than the combined exhaust from all transportation.
"Livestock's Long Shadow: environmental issues and options". Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. Rome 2006
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If Tesla just picked a vegan material that was too thin, they'll fix it. (But they should have realized that a small radius corner on an almost square yoke would be a VERY high wear point, esp when so few spin it upside down when parking.)
Sadly, many are completely unaware that using the skins of animals creates more GHG's than all transport combined; best to stay with non-animal sourced materials:
Animal agriculture is responsible for 18 percent of greenhouse gas emissions, more than the combined exhaust from all transportation.
"Livestock's Long Shadow: environmental issues and options". Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. Rome 2006
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If Tesla just picked a vegan material that was too thin, they'll fix it. (But they should have realized that a small radius corner on an almost square yoke would be a VERY high wear point, esp when so few spin it upside down when parking.)
Is your diet mainly consist of insects, or you just parrot leftist talking points?
aerodyne
2 of 3 EV's - Defect Free!
I'm aware of the downsides of using animal products, and have reduced my consumption significantly.
However, about 18k cows in TX no longer have need for their hide, so now is a good time to upgrade.
BTW, plastics, esp Vinyl, ie PVC, have downsides too.
If I make myself happier, maybe a long time before I buy another car full of plastic. Last new car before my current MS is 28 years young.
zoomer0056
Active Member
My yoke is showing signs of peeling. Any news on this fancy new updated material? Does someone have a source to prove its even a real thing?
Proppilot
Member
I wonder if there was a vendor change. My 21 LR has almost 48,000 kM and I have zero wear on the yoke....
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