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2020 Tesla Model 3 repairs by problem area

Engine (13%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (0%)

Suspension and Steering (21%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (38%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (21%)

Other (4%)

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2020 Tesla Model 3 electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (14%)

< $100 (86%)

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Chart based on 7 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2020 Tesla Model 3 4dr Sedan

346-horsepower Electric 1-speed automatic AWD

22000 mi

US $125
Air filter change and clean of evaporator coil, smelled like dirty socks when the AC was first turned on. 
17000 mi 12 volt battery failed, replaced under warranty 
6446 mi Replaced LH Headlight 
24000 mi

US $12
A/C smelled like sweaty socks. Sprayed some Kool-It Evaporator Cleaner on the evaporator coils behind the center console and it smelled like new again. 
1234 mi Replaced right side repeater cam but damaged body work and paint in the process 
3720 mi Replaced right side repeater camera, adjusted bodywork, and resprayed paint to address issue technician caused when trying to remove the bad camera. 
9219 mi Replaced drivers side b-pillar cam cable,  

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2020 Tesla Model 3 4dr Sedan

283-horsepower Electric 1-speed automatic RWD

15000 mi Premature failure of 12v battery. Replaced under warranty. Teslacam fails to record. This is described as a firmware bug that needs a software fix. This system has been inoperative for two months. Cannot be fixed until software patch is released. No timeframe offered. 

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2020 Tesla Model 3 Electrical Problems

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