r/TeslaSupport • • 19h ago

Vehicle Question Why is it red like this? Never seen this before?

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I turned my temp to 22 degrees and it’s red it front and back, new owner never saw this.


r/TeslaSupport • • 14h ago

Vehicle Question Is $15k a good price for a 2018 Model 3 Performance w/ HW3, 131k miles?

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Looking at a 2018 Model 3 at a NY dealer and trying to figure out if it's worth it before I commit. I'm in Texas so I'd be shipping it.

Dual motor, looks like Performance (underlined “dual motor”, red calipers, spoiler)
FSD previously purchased but ending this month, upgraded to HW3 per the listing photos
131k miles, one owner for 8 years, personal use
Clean AutoCheck, no accidents, clean title
Sold at auction as a Tesla trade-in before the dealer got it
$14,990 with all dealer fees included. Dealer is rated about 3.9 stars.
My all-in with Texas tax and shipping would be around $17k.

What I'm trying to figure out:
Is that a fair price for a Performance with FSD at this mileage?
What battery degradation should I expect at 131k? I do plan to get an independent battery health check before paying.
Anything specific to check on a Performance this age (brakes, suspension, 20" wheels, front motor)?
I can post the listing photos if that helps. Thanks!


r/TeslaSupport • • 18h ago

Process Question Bought a new Model Y Performance a month ago, got a Cybertruck loaner, and now I want to trade it in for cyberbeast. How bad is the depreciation?

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We bought a brand-new 2026 Model Y Performance about a month ago. Unfortunately, it's already been to the service center for a bunch of minor cosmetic issues, and Tesla gave us a Cybertruck as a loaner.

I love the cybertruck so much. It felt like a boat at first, but I've been beating the shit out of it and having some fun before I have to pick up the Y tomorrow morning. I love it so much and it's actually so futuristic compared to the Y performance.

The Model Y is only a month old and has just under 1,000 miles on it. I'm wondering how much we would loose by trading it in for a cybertruck.

Does crossing 1,000 miles make any significant difference in resale value? Also, what's the best way to go about this? Should we trade it directly to Tesla, or Carvana or sell privately?

I'm in NJ

Has anyone done something similar or have any advice on minimizing the loss?

Also btw I'm 16 but I know my parents regret getting the Y now that we've driven the cybertruck for a few hours. We had a 22 model y perf sold to carvana then we got the 26 y perf. Also have a 26 model 3 perf. Cybertruck is something i've never experienced before and I really love it. I've only been driving for a month but the Cybertruck is really amazing and I love the steer by wire.


r/TeslaSupport • • 23h ago

Vehicle Question Warranty

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Hello, I own a 2024 MYP I bought it brand new and have 35k miles on it. It’s been great so far, but I have below problems makes me question about the quality of the material making this vehicle.

1- Window buttons on the both front door panels are peeling. I have high quality ceramic window tint and after market automatic headliner so vehicle hardly gets hot and sun gets in to cause this.

2- Carbon fiber wing is peeling. I already changed this under warranty once. They came to my house and out a new one.

3- Both front headlights are have a milky finish and they light up everywhere else but in front if the vehicle. Lol.

Do you guys know any of these issues covered under warranty and can I get another spoiler again?

They just made a flying car, hope they used a better material on that one.


r/TeslaSupport • • 1h ago

Vehicle Question Clunky sound on rear axle when unloaded

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Model 3, 2021 RWD, EU version produced in Shanghai, 135,000 km on odometer.

I was switching to winter tires and doing brake servis. Car was in servis mode, on the lift, rear axle unloaded. As I was rotating the axle back and forth, there was an enormous play, and clunku sound coming out of motor unit. I could feel almost as if some gear shaft was loose?

The car is driving perfectly, no weird sound or feedback of any kind that would raise any suspicion somethingnsi wrong.

Any ideas if this is normal? GRAZIE mille

**the scratchy sound in video is brake disc...car was in service mode with disengaged parking brake(doing mentioned brake service)


r/TeslaSupport • • 20h ago

Supercharger Question Does ToolFox 3 work anymore?

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I bought one a week ago and, after some fiddling, got it working. However, it only runs for about five minutes before stopping completely, so I have to unplug it and plug it back in to repeat the cycle. It does work.... technically, but not for very long.

I’m also new to Tesla ownership, and it seemed strange that neither the Supercharger’s fan nor my car turned on during the 30 minutes or so I was there. The other vehicles around me were roaring in the Florida heat. Could it be because I had just cleaned about an inch-thick layer of leaves from the radiator?

for some extra context the ToolFox 3 is a device that tells a supercharger that my 150k mile salvage title car is legit


r/TeslaSupport • • 1h ago

Process Question 2024 Model 3 Premium RWD CPO for €30k

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I’ve been looking at certified pre-owned (CPO) Teslas for a while, and I suddenly came across a 2024 Model 3 Premium Rear-Wheel Drive with 70,000 km on it for €30,600. Not the LR version but the one before they introduced the standard. Is that a good price in today’s market?


r/TeslaSupport • • 9h ago

Vehicle Question Is Clean Revolution EV Windshield Washer Fluid safe for a Tesla Model Y? (Chicago winters)

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Hi everyone! I have a Tesla Model Y and live in Chicago, so I’m looking for a good windshield washer fluid that can handle freezing temperatures.
I use Autopilot/FSD quite often, and I’ve noticed that I go through windshield washer fluid more than I expected. I haven’t really had to refill it much before, so I’m not sure how long a refill typically lasts or which fluid is best to use.
I came across Clean Revolution EV Windshield Washer Fluid. It’s ethanol-based, methanol-free, and rated down to -15°F. Has anyone here used it in their Model Y? Have you experienced any streaking, blue spots, residue, or issues with the washer system?
I’m also open to other recommendations, especially something that works well during Chicago winters and doesn’t leave spots or streaks on the windshield.
Since I use FSD frequently, I’d appreciate any tips on keeping the windshield clean and making the washer fluid last longer. Is it worth buying a specific EV washer fluid, or does a good winter-rated conventional fluid work just as well?
Thank you


r/TeslaSupport • • 23h ago

Vehicle Question HOW TO KEEP FSD IN 1 LANE

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Is there any possible way to force FSD to stay in the HOV lane, or stay in any specific lane?

Most of the time, I just want it to drive in this lane, but it constantly wants to exit the HOV. It is the most annoying thing in existence, especially when I'm coming home from work. The HOV is the only fast lane; if you get out, there's traffic in every other lane and you're going to get stuck. It's so infuriating when it wants to get out so stupidly.

The reason I have the Mad Max profile on is because it's the fastest and I like how quick it is. Is there anything I can do about this? If anybody has a suggestion, please let me know.


r/TeslaSupport • • 18h ago

Vehicle Question Top Conduit Plug for Gen 2 Wall Connector

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I am reinstalling my Gen 2 Wall Connector after having it in storage for the last 5 years, but I am wiring through the back, while it was originally wired with conduit from the top, and I can't recall what I did with the original plug. Does anyone have any recommendations or leads on where to find or purchase a top plug? Thanks!


r/TeslaSupport • • 22h ago

Vehicle Question Need some hopium.

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I drive a 2021 model 3 LR with 100,000 miles on it and I did not realize there was widespread battery failures on these things until recently. No pack replacement or battery errors yet but I'm beginning to get anxiety about my battery warranty expiring soon. I heard failures clustered more around the newer Panasonic packs that they introduced into the long ranges in April 21 and mine was manufactured February 2021 so I'm wondering if I caught a break. Any other 2021 owners still going strong at high mileage?


r/TeslaSupport • • 9h ago

Vehicle Question Dash cam clips not loading

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Hi everyone. Lately, I’ve noticed that my Tesla app isn't rendering any dashcam clips—only Sentry Mode clips appear.

I’ve tried deleting and reinstalling the app, and I also checked the in-car dashcam viewer where everything renders fine.

Any idea what the issue could be?


r/TeslaSupport • • 3h ago

Vehicle Question Wheel alignment requires front bumper removal ?

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A auto shop told me that they have to have remove front bumper to perform complete wheel alignment I thought that was weird. I thought All you have to do is remove funk to get to last two points does anyone know if this is true?