Tesla Model S problems
Common Tesla Model S problems: engine, gearbox, suspension and electrics. Causes, what to check first and estimated repair cost.
Tesla Model S ABS Light Staying On? Here's How to Diagnose Wheel Speed Sensor Faults
A continuously lit ABS light on a Tesla Model S usually points to a wheel speed sensor fault. Learn what to check first, which parts fix it, and whether it's safe to keep driving.
Electrics & sensorsTesla Model S Drains Battery Overnight? How to Find a Parasitic Draw
If your Model S loses charge overnight, it's usually the 12V system or a controller staying awake. Here's what to check first and whether it's safe to drive.
Suspension & brakesBrake Pedal Pulsation in Your Tesla Model S: Warped Discs or Something Else?
If your Tesla Model S brake pedal pulsates when you slow down, warped brake discs are a likely culprit. Learn what to check first, whether it's safe to keep driving, and how to fix it without replacing more than necessary.
Suspension & brakesTesla Model S Front Suspension Clunk: What to Check First
Find out why your Tesla Model S clunks over bumps — from worn control arm bushings to stabilizer links — and how to tell if it is safe to keep driving.
Transmission & gearboxTesla Model S Gearbox Hum or Whine at Highway Speed – What You Should Know
A whining or humming gearbox noise at highway speed in a Tesla Model S is usually a bearing, gear mesh, or lubrication issue. Here's what to check first and whether it's safe to drive on.