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2013 Tesla Model S repairs by problem area

Engine (23%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (4%)

Brakes and Traction Control (3%)

Suspension and Steering (9%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (34%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (17%)

Other (10%)

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2013 Tesla Model S brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (38%)

$500 - $999 (25%)

$100 - $499 (13%)

< $100 (25%)

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Chart based on 8 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2013 Tesla Model S 4dr Hatch

416-horsepower Electric 1-speed automatic RWD

103000 mi

US $2000
Pads and rotors needed to be replaced 
25000 mi Power brake booster was squeaking. Service replaced booster. 
52000 mi Brakes were mushy so replaces front breaks and flushed break fluid.  

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2013 Tesla Model S 4dr Hatch

362-horsepower Electric 1-speed automatic RWD

42000 mi

US $2000
seized brake caliper 
66400 mi

US $2300
Replaced front rotors and pads 

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2013 Tesla Model S 4dr Hatch

302-horsepower Electric 1-speed automatic RWD

83000 mi

US $600
Right rear parking brake locked and would not release making the vehicle undrivable. 
65000 mi

US $200
Brake calipers replaced due to wear 
75794 mi

US $500
Replaced two front rotors because of warping (shuddering felt when braking hard), also performed a brake fluid flush and pad replacement 

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2013 Tesla Model S Brake Problems

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