Tesla offers a New Vehicle Basic Limited Warranty on all new Model S, Model X, Model 3, and Model Y purchases. This warranty extends for 4 years or 50,000 miles, depending which condition you meet first.
In this article we’ll review what is covered under the Tesla Basic Warranty - and what you can expect from repair costs when your warranty expires.
Body & Interior Parts
The New Vehicle Limited Warranty will cover the cost to replace or repair body and interior part damages or malfunctions only if the issue stems from Tesla’s workmanship or materials. For example, the warranty would not cover paint damage accrued from a collision.
However, if your vehicle’s paint began to flake off within your warranty period, the warranty would cover the cost to repair the paint. Without the warranty, the cost to fully repaint your Tesla can cost upwards of $5,000.
Similarly, if an interior part such as the center console lid begins to malfunction, your warranty will cover the repair as long as the issue was caused by a failing or malfunctioning part.
Take a look at our chart below for a list of common interior repairs and their estimated out-of-warranty prices, excluding labor and sales tax:
- Center Console Lid Replacement: $250
- Seat Motor Replacement/Calibration: $500
- Glove Box Replacement: $200-$400
- Panoramic Sunroof Mechanism Replacement: $1,500-$3,000
- Interior Door Panel Replacement: $200-$500
- Sun Visor Replacement: $100
Touchscreen & Electronics
The Tesla Warranty covers all electronics in the vehicle as long as they are not externally damaged. This includes the touchscreen, audio system, driver assistance system (cameras, sensors, and the Autopilot computer), charging outlets and pads, control buttons, and interior lights.
Here is a list of common repairs and their cost (before labor and sales tax) out-of-warranty:
- Touchscreen: $1,500-$2,000
- Driver Assistance Camera (1): $100-$200
- Parking Sensor (1): $100-$300
- Autopilot Computer: $1,500-$3,000
- Speaker (1): $100-$300
- Charging Pad: $100-$200
Suspension
Your Tesla vehicle’s suspension is also covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. This includes parts such as the control arms, lateral links, half shafts, and air springs (as applicable). The total cost to replace suspension in a Tesla averages around $5,000 before labor and sales tax.
The most common suspension repairs and their out-of-warranty cost before tax and labor are listed here:
- Control Arms: $300-$500
- Halfshafts: $350-500
- Lateral Links: $1,000
Doors & Windows
Parts such as door seals, latches, handles, and window controls, motors, and regulators are all typically covered under the Tesla Warranty. Additionally, front and rear trunk seals, latches, and struts are covered as well.
The most common door and window repairs and their out-of-warranty cost before tax and labor are listed here:
- Model S Door Handle (1): $,1000
- Door Seals: $100-$200
- Window Motor/Regulator: $150-$300
- Trunk Latch (Rear): $100-$200
Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC)
Most parts of your Tesla’s HVAC system are covered under the Tesla Warranty, with the exception of your Cabin Air Filter, which is considered a basic maintenance item.
Some common HVAC system repairs and their cost before labor and sales tax are listed here:
- AC Compressor: $1,200
- HVAC Assembly: $4,000
Safety Systems
There are several built-in safety systems in every Tesla vehicle including the Safety Restraint System (comprised of seat sensors, seatbelts, seat belt sensors, etc.) and the airbag system. These are both covered under warranty.
Common safety system repairs and their out-of-warranty cost before tax and labor are listed here:
- Driver Airbag: $1,000
- Seat Restraint Module: $300-$500
- Seat Assembly (Whole Seat, 1): $2,000-$2,500
What is not Covered Under Warranty?
The Tesla Warranty only covers the repair or replacement of defects in vehicle material, parts, or workmanship manufactured or provided by Tesla. This means that standard maintenance items, vehicle damage due to collision or other outside influence, and/or damage due to unintended vehicle use are not covered.
Additionally, the Tesla Warranty only applies to vehicles within the original Warranty Region. If you were to purchase a vehicle in the United States, for example, and then ship it to Canada, the warranty would be void.
For a detailed breakdown of what is not covered under the Tesla Warranty, check out our article here.
Conclusion
The Tesla New Vehicle Limited Warranty provides coverage for many costly repairs you may encounter as a Tesla owner. However, once this warranty expires, repairs costs can add up fast.
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