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The 2023 Model S is less reliable than other cars from the same model year.
The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2023 Tesla Model S owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.
Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, seals and/or weather stripping, air and water leaks.
"Multiple squeaks within the car, most recent is the rear passenger pillar and no one can figure it out."
Anonymous, MA (2023 Tesla Model S Long Range Electric)Windows, locks and latches, doors or sliding doors, tailgate, trunk or hatch, mirrors, seat controls (power or manual), seat belts, sunroof, convertible top, glass defect.
""In 50 years of driving cars with cloth and leather seats, I have never had a problem with the upholstery. But the "vegan leather" in the Tesla S developed a hole in the driver's seat in first four months of ownership. It is possible that my pants suspenders caused the hole--but I have been wearing them for decades without issue. Tesla alleged that the hole was my fault, and charged me about $700 to install new upholstery. My subsequent remedy to prevent future problems is a wood bead seat cushion. Ugly, but effective. Tesla should use thicker and or tougher upholstery material.""
Anonymous A., FL (2023 Tesla Model S Long Range Electric)Electric/hybrid battery pack failure, replacement or malfunction, or cooling.
AC compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, refrigerant leakage.
Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.
Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.
Won't charge at home; won't work with some public chargers; won't fully charge; charge connection; charge port door.
Paint (fading, chalking, peeling, or cracking), loose interior or exterior trim or moldings, rust.
Electric drive failure, replacement or malfunction.
Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.
Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.
Cruise control, clock, warning lights, body control module, keyless entry, wiper motor or washer, tire pressure monitor, interior or exterior lights, horn, gauges, 12V power plug, USB ports, alarm or security system, remote engine start, heated or cooled seats, heated steering wheel, headlights, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, wireless charging pad.
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""This is my second Tesla S, and in both cars, the driver's seat has a spring or wire that keeps popping up at the back of the seat if you sit all the way back.""
Anonymous, (2023 Tesla Model S Long Range Electric)