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2017 Tesla Model 3 repairs by problem area

Engine (0%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (0%)

Suspension and Steering (33%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (17%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (50%)

Other (0%)

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2017 Tesla Model 3 repair cost distribution

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Chart based on 6 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2017 Tesla Model 3 4dr Sedan

258-horsepower Electric 1-speed automatic RWD

Tesla Model 3 in California, United States
Oct 2017 - Jan 2021
Sep 2020

29000 mi
Minor cosmetic drivers seat controls repair. All functions were fine. 
Tesla Model 3 in Iowa, United States
Dec 2017 - Dec 2020
May 2018

5165 mi
Motor for automatic look down on reverse in driver side mirror was off so it didn't fully return to set position. 
May 2020

38000 mi
Loud scraping sound from front right wheel area. Upper control arm was replaced. 
Oct 2020

42000 mi
grinding sound on drivers side front wheel, upper control arm replaced 
Tesla Model 3 in California, United States
Dec 2017 - Jun 2022
Apr 2018

4000 mi
Window seal was torn. There was no trip to the dealer. Tesla sent a technician to my house and repaired it in my driveway. 
Dec 2018

17000 mi
trim piece coming loose 

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2017 Tesla Model 3 Repair Histories

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