Hey guys, Sean here from Tesla Family! My 2018 Tesla Model 3 dual motor is turning four years old very soon, and we’re just about to hit 50,000 miles. That’s when the basic vehicle warranty expires, so before that happens, I’m taking my Model 3 into Tesla Service to have them look it over. In this blog post, I want to share with you all the service appointments that have been done on my Tesla Model 3 in the four years of ownership, including the breakdown of the work performed and the costs involved.
First off, let’s start with the initial service incident that occurred just a few months after ownership. I noticed that the rated range on my Model 3 was not as expected, so I contacted Tesla and they did some remote diagnostics. It turned out that I needed a high voltage battery replacement, which was done under warranty. The total cost for this service was covered by Tesla, and I also received a loaner car during the repair.
Moving on to my first tire rotation at 11,000 miles, the Tesla mobile service ranger found that no rotation was needed due to even tire wear. They also replaced a charge point pin dead front under warranty, all at no cost to me.
In October 2019, I had to replace my windshield due to a crack caused by a passing car kicking up a rock. Luckily, my insurance covered the cost, and I didn’t have to pay anything out of pocket. The total cost for the windshield replacement was $1,826.26.
Fast forward to July 2020, I made a DIY repair for curb rash on my Model 3 using a touch-up pen, which cost me only $15.81. It was a budget-friendly solution that worked well to improve the appearance of the damage.
In June 2020, I upgraded to the full self-driving computer 3.0, which cost me $3,180. The mobile service tech came to my home to retrofit the computer, and it was a seamless process.
Throughout the years, I’ve had various service appointments for routine maintenance, including brake flushes, tire rotations, and cabin air filter replacements. Each service visit added to the overall cost of ownership, but with the peace of mind that my Model 3 was well-maintained.
As my Model 3 approached 50,000 miles, I brought it in for the four-year service checkup. This included firmware updates, tire replacements, wiper blade replacements, and cabin air filter replacements. The total cost for this service was $1,231.89, bringing my lifetime service cost to $5,041.67.
Overall, owning a Tesla Model 3 has been a great experience, and the service appointments have been relatively straightforward. With proper maintenance and timely repairs, my Model 3 has remained in top condition despite the occasional mishaps. I look forward to many more miles of enjoyable driving in my Tesla Model 3!
Thank you for reading and stay tuned for more updates on my Tesla ownership journey. If you have any questions or comments, feel free to leave them below. And don’t forget to subscribe to the Tesla Family channel for more Tesla-related content. Happy driving!
