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2021 Tesla Model 3 repairs by problem area

Engine (8%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (4%)

Brakes and Traction Control (0%)

Suspension and Steering (0%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (50%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (38%)

Other (0%)

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2021 Tesla Model 3 body repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (17%)

< $100 (83%)

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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.

2021 Tesla Model 3 4dr Sedan

450-horsepower Electric 1-speed automatic AWD

11000 mi Water intrusion into taillight with LED failure. Replaced taillight assembly Creaking Driver seat. Unable to consistently reproduce. No repair attempted. 

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2021 Tesla Model 3 4dr Sedan

346-horsepower Electric 1-speed automatic AWD

1000 mi Realign some panels, headlights (post-delivery issues) 
23000 mi

US $140
Steering wheel was bubbling, the door trim was loose due to broken clips, and the cabin air filter smelled horrible a full year before it was originally due. Loose b pillar trim, clips were missing from the factory 
2000 mi Passenger side grossy black mirror trim was sticking out and away from body. Mirror trim was replaced under warranty by Tesla Mobile Service in my driveway. 

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2021 Tesla Model 3 4dr Sedan

283-horsepower Electric 1-speed automatic RWD

2000 mi Trunk lower carpet replaced due to bad smell. 
6000 mi Driver door squeaked when opening closing. Replaced the door check strap on warranty. 
6000 mi Passenger door squeaked when opening and closing. Replaced door check strap. 
19 mi Address misaligned body panels and doors 

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2021 Tesla Model 3 Body Problems

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