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2012 Tesla Model S repairs by problem area

Engine (19%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (5%)

Brakes and Traction Control (0%)

Suspension and Steering (16%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (32%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (19%)

Other (8%)

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2012 Tesla Model S body repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (17%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (17%)

< $100 (67%)

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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.

2012 Tesla Model S 4dr Hatch

416-horsepower Electric 1-speed automatic RWD

18200 mi cracked windshield 
65000 mi

US $1300
sunroof. still making intermittent noise when closing, works fine otherwise. 
80000 mi

US $190
taillight plastic cracking from sun exposure replaced right taillight 
44500 mi Sun visor hinge was replaced. Wind deflector arm was replaced. 
28300 mi windshield developed a crack on the edge on the passenger side in the middle. Tesla agreed this was a warranty issue. 

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2012 Tesla Model S 4dr Hatch

362-horsepower Electric 1-speed automatic RWD

20000 mi Wind noise front right door. 

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2012 Tesla Model S Body Problems

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