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Tesla Reliability for the Year Ending June 30, 2018
General NotesHow do we select "competing car models"? Users of TrueDelta's car price comparison tool most often compare these cars to the Tesla.
Models and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.
Any result under 5 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase in future updates.
New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
Models and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.
Any result under 5 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase in future updates.
New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
An asterisk (*) marks results based on small sample sizes.
| Year | Make/Model | Repair Trips Per 100 Cars | Compared to all models for the same year | ||
| 2018 | Tesla Model 3 | 106 |
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| 40 Model 3s, 3.1 months of data per Model 3, average 2900 miles | |||||
| 2017 | Tesla Model 3 | 106 |
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| 40 Model 3s, 3.1 months of data per Model 3, average 2900 miles Combined 2017s and 2018s. Few of the former. |
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| 2017 | Tesla Model S | 40 |
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| 49 Model Ss, 9.8 months of data per Model S, average 14500 miles | |||||
| 2016 | Tesla Model S | small sample, members only | see reported repairs | ||
| 20 Model Ss, 9.9 months of data per Model S, average 26500 miles * Small sample, members only. |
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| 2015 | Tesla Model S | 80 |
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| 50 Model Ss, 10.2 months of data per Model S, average 37500 miles Most repairs involve fit and finish issues. |
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| 2014 | Tesla Model S | small sample, members only | see reported repairs | ||
| 24 Model Ss, 9.3 months of data per Model S, average 41800 miles * Small sample, members only. |
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| 2013 | Tesla Model S | 56 |
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| 49 Model Ss, 10.1 months of data per Model S, average 63000 miles Includes some 2012s. Most of the reported problems are minor: wind noise, creaks, rattles. But also a few drive unit and battery pack replacements. Owners report outstanding service quality. |
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| 2012 | Tesla Model S | 56 |
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| 49 Model Ss, 10.1 months of data per Model S, average 63000 miles New design, summer introduction. Combined with the 2013. |
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| 2016 | Tesla Model X | small sample, members only | see reported repairs | ||
| 24 Model Xs, 10.8 months of data per Model X, average 26400 miles * Small sample, members only. |
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What People Are Saying about Reliability and the Tesla
blog comments powered by DisqusWhat Our Members Are Saying about the Reliability and Durability of the Tesla
| Tesla Reliability and Durability: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2018 | 4dr Sedan 283-horsepower Electric 1-speed automatic RWD |
The worst new-car experience I've ever had, without a doubt. The car spent three of the first four months of ownership sitting at a service center. The car was delivered with obvious defects (and I do mean "delivered," not only did the car leave the factory with defects but someone drove it on the highway to my house that way). Tesla has failed at every turn to fix the problems or make me a happy customer. They are completely unprepared to service and support the number of cars they're selling. see full Tesla review |
