1. Battery and Drive Unit Limited Warranty
Tesla offers different warranty terms for the battery and drive unit depending on the model. All warranties require a minimum 70% retention of battery capacity over the warranty period.
Model |
Warranty Period |
|---|---|
Model S, Model X, Cybertruck |
8 years or 150,000 miles (whichever comes first) |
Model 3 Rear-Wheel Drive, Model Y Rear-Wheel Drive |
8 years or 100,000 miles (whichever comes first) |
Model 3 Long Range, Model 3 Long Range Rear-Wheel Drive, Model 3 Performance, Model Y Launch Series Long Range All‑Wheel Drive, Model Y All-Wheel Drive, Model Y Long Range All-Wheel Drive, Model Y Long Range Rear-Wheel Drive, Model Y Performance |
8 years or 120,000 miles (whichever comes first) |
2. Other Vehicle Warranty Policies
- Basic Vehicle Limited Warranty: Covers your vehicle for 4 years or 50,000 miles (whichever comes first).
- Supplemental Restraint System Limited Warranty: Covers for 5 years or 60,000 miles (whichever comes first).
- Body Rust Limited Warranty: Covers for 12 years and unlimited miles (for rust perforation due to material or workmanship defects).
Note: These warranties apply only to vehicles sold by Tesla and cover defects from normal use.
3. Used Vehicle Limited Warranty
- Basic Warranty: After the original new vehicle warranty (up to 4 years or 50,000 miles) expires, Tesla provides an additional 1 year or 10,000 miles of coverage.
- Battery and Drive Unit: The remaining original warranty still applies.
Tip: If the Basic Vehicle Limited Warranty has already expired, the Used Vehicle Limited Warranty starts from your delivery date.
4. Parts, Body & Paint Repair Limited Warranty
Component |
Warranty Period |
|---|---|
Drive Unit & High Voltage Battery |
4 years or 50,000 miles |
Sheet Metal |
Limited lifetime |
Touchscreen & Media Control Unit |
2 years or 25,000 miles |
Clear Protection Film |
10 years |
Color Paint Film |
5 years |
Vinyl Wrap |
1 year or 12,500 miles |
5. Tips to Reduce Battery Degradation
Avoid frequent Supercharging:
Regular use of DC fast charging can speed up battery aging.
Keep battery level between 20%-80%:
Avoid keeping the battery fully charged or at very low levels for long periods.
Avoid extreme temperatures when parked:
Use a garage or pre-conditioning features in hot or cold weather.
Update software regularly:
Tesla OTA updates optimize battery management.
Minimize deep discharges:
Try not to let the battery reach 0%.
Maintain proper tire pressure:
Underinflated tires increase rolling resistance and reduce range.
Drive efficiently:
Use regenerative braking and avoid aggressive driving modes to reduce battery load.
Check out this comprehensive guide: Complete Guide to Tesla Battery Health Check: How to Run, Interpret Results, and Extend Battery Life
6. Battery Care for Long-Term Parking
Monitor battery level:
The car discharges about 1% per day even when not in use. If parked for more than two weeks, charge regularly or drive short distances to activate the battery.
Turn off high-consumption features:
Disable Sentry Mode, Climate Keeper, and avoid frequent wake-ups via the Tesla App to reduce standby consumption.
Protect from extreme temperatures:
Park in a cool, ventilated place to avoid battery aging from heat or cold.
Warning:
Over-discharging to 0% may damage the low voltage battery. Related repair costs are not covered by warranty.
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