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2018 Tesla Model 3 repairs by problem area
Engine (11%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)
Brakes and Traction Control (2%)
Suspension and Steering (12%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (36%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (28%)
Other (10%)
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- Engine
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 139 repairs.
2018 Tesla Model 3 suspension repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (8%)
$500 - $999 (0%)
$100 - $499 (15%)
< $100 (77%)
Chart based on 13 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2018 Tesla Model 3
Engine not specified
| 37000 mi | Replace The LH And RH Front Upper Control ArmsParts Replaced or AddedPartQuantityFR UPR CTRL ARMASSY, RH(1044326-00-J)1.00FR UPR CTRL ARMASSY, LH(1044321-00-J)1.00Pay Type: Basic Vehicle Limited Warranty0.00 Repair excessive play or movement in steering wheel column, which shifts or wiggles left to right |
2018 Tesla Model 3 4dr Sedan
258-horsepower Electric 1-speed automatic RWD
| 52000 mi US $1600 |
Upper control arm bushings were rubbing/squeaking internally - drove me crazy. Replaced both front upper control arms. They were Rev A parts replaced with Rev G parts. Cost was ~ $500 for parts, 300 for labor. Replaced rear tires (again) with OEM Michelins ($650 / pair). Additionally, had a rear brake clip that was broken. Replaced for cheap. |
| 27000 mi US $125 |
Alignment |
| 33000 mi | Replaced both upper control arms |
| 15000 mi | A knocking from the rear of the car was apparent at low speeds over bumps. It was diagnosed to be a faulty rear shock, which was replaced. |
| 32000 mi | Reseal Area Around Both Front Upper Control Arm Ball Joints With Urethane |
| 49000 mi | squeaking noise. Bolt needed to be tightened |
| 20985 mi | Steering column motor lubed due to loud vibrating noise |
| 36000 mi | Front right upper control arm and ball joint. |
| 52000 mi | Lt Ball joint |
| 22320 mi | Upper left ball joint developed a squeak |
| 49500 mi | Squeaky driver side upper control arm. Replaced both driver and passenger side and performed alignment. FR UPR CTRL ARM ASSY, LH(1044321-00-J) FR UPR CTRL ARM ASSY, RH(1044326-00J) |
| 36000 mi | Driver's side upper control arm ball joint was squeaking. Service replaced both driver's and passenger's sides under warranty. |
2018 Tesla Model 3 4dr Sedan
| 28000 mi | control arms were creaking, replaced upper and lower |
| 28000 mi | upper control arm failure. replaced under warranty |
2018 Tesla Model 3 4-door
Engine not specified
| 29000 mi US $100 |
Both upper control arms replaced due to clunking noise. Had to pay for alignment service |
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