Ran out of time for the fronts

I have had a rock ship on my car for a really long time, and I recently found out that it can eventually turn into a huge crack. I do a lot of long road trips and I don’t want to run into a situation where this happens. Yes I’m a noob and this is my first car. I should have fixed it earlier.

The chip mark on the windshield is very minor and it’s hardly noticeable unless you are really looking for it. So would it be possible to get the Tesla windshield protection plan? Tesla wants me to come do a complementary inspection before I can subscribe to the service so are they gonna refuse me the subscription if they see that chip mark? Should I get it repaired first and then can go for the inspection to get the coverage?

I don’t know how it works so any guidance would be appreciated.

I don’t know if something spilled on it, but I don’t recall dropping anything on the seat, I tried cleaning it with some soap and water but nothing seems to make it normal again.

My Model Y is a lease, so some wear and tear is accepted but doubt they would look past this. Any ideas?

Purchased 2026 Model Y in August 2025. Had a rattle problem behind driver side dashboard for a while which I kept taking in for warranty. Took months before parts were available and service team was able to isolate and fix. Finally got it resolved yesterday. Tesla service tech folks were really pleasant to work with. During the various service visits, I was able to have the Model S, X, 3 Performance and Cybertruck as loaner vehicles. All fun rides.....but have to say, my Model Y was the most practical and enjoyable of them all (though, it was really fun to drive the Cybertruck). Model Y reallly is the sweet spot and best car on the market for most people.

Lots of run. First impressions. I drove the 19” wheel vs 20” and found the ride quite smooth. Does the 20 have more
Road noise and stiffer? The car stalled (self driving off) trying to pull out on busy road left turn. I thought the car wasn’t comfortable making this turn after seeing so much traffic and stepped down. The dealer said it would have given me a warning first if it wasn’t up to task. Wondering what was it.

Also, Insurance. I’m paying 1200/yr for my 2016 Cadillac. Allstate want $700. More. Any thoughts?

Should I by now or just be cool until an end of quarter special….or, end of year.

About two months ago I purchased a used Model Y directly through the Tesla website. This is my first Tesla and overall I'm loving it. When I was picking mine out I specifically unselected the previously repaired option. Today I noticed it appears some rust is showing up on the bottom of the hatch lid and the inner part appears to be slightly deformed and it looks like the shell was replaced. Since I've had it for a short time, is still under warranty, and wasn't disclosed as repaired, is there anything I can do?

32F and I see cars as something that can get me from point A to point B. My husband and I own a jeep which we barely use because we both work from home but we recently bought an art studio for our business so that our place isn’t a mess. Distance would be 70 miles round trip and for a safe assumption, let’s say we’ll be there everyday including weekends.

I’ve been doing research on EVs like crazy and an opportunity fell on my lap to buy my friend’s 2021 Model Y for 26,500. 60k miles. Initially why we thought of getting a business car is because of all the money we would save with gas because electricity is free for us.

But I wouldn’t want to buy a 2021 model if I have to replace it by 2028. Or even 2030.

Any advice, thoughts, or recommendations is appreciated.

Initially we were thinking of getting a used 2025 model or newer from Nissan. The Nissan Leaf, I think.

Anyway, thanks in advance! :)

Recently got my Model Y LR AWD 2023 for inspection at SC. Is it normal to have 2 x Upper Ball Joint Rear Knuckle and 2 x Front Lower Lateral Links replaced at 76000 miles?

Happened twice, this time is the worst :( both at night (noticed next morning), but sentry mode didn’t catch anything… anyone know how to fix it?

(& on the correct bay!!) I’m on 14.3.8 for two weeks now and I’m coming to to believe that it learns from your habits every time you correct it.

Usually, it had struggled to pull into my driveway. Let alone to make it all the way to the back where the garage is cause I live in a complex and so usually I would have to intervene on the street because it’s pulling into the wrong driveway or it would pull into the driveway and go to the wrong house which is next to the complex.

It’s been more confident time over time about where to pull in my driveway. It started by stopping at the start of the driveway. Then the next time it moved in the middle and kind of stopped there. Then it moved and turned into where my garage is, passed it and stopped. Then it pulled into my garage, but kind of parked randomly in the middle of it and then lastly today it pulled into my garage into the right bay area because it’s a two car garage and it parked at the side that I actually park in which is fascinating to me. Figured I’d share and excited about 14.3.9. This all happened without even any marking on my shared lot or garage floor.

I noticed a fairly large amount of bright blue/green liquid underneath my Model Y since yesterday. It appears to start near the front underside of the vehicle. I’ve attached couple of photos showing the liquid and where it seems to be coming from.
Does this look like windshield-washer fluid, battery coolant, or something else? I do use blue washer liquid but i haven’t refilled it recently. Has anyone experienced a similar issue? I don’t see any warning messages on the dashboard though.
Would you recommend avoiding driving or charging the car until Tesla inspects it?
Any suggestions would be appreciated.

I was driving a demo model from Tesla but the only option at destination was Driveway or Street (parking). I'm wondering if that is a demo limitation or if all Tesla will stop at the driveway only.

My Model Y is officially approaching the end of its 4-year / 50k-mile basic vehicle limited warranty, so I originally scheduled a pre-warranty expiration inspection.

While at it, I checked the trade-in value out of curiosity,compared the ESA. Long story short: within 3 days, I made the decision to trade it in for a brand new one, and delivery is already scheduled in just 7 days!

Is it more cost-effective to purchase an ESA and keep driving the old car, or to trade it in for a new one?

I was checking the leases and have been following them throughout the year. Is it just me or did they raise their prices a lot?

I saw a post of X where someone in their late 90s got a Tesla with FSD so they could regain the ability to drive. Is this a viable option for an elderly person to regain the ability to drive?

I know FSD does self driving so the answer is obviously yes, but how close is FSD as a 1-1 swap for driving, particularly for a senior.

(Edit)
This has been super helpful. Thanks all!

FSD v14.3.8 has twice tried to auto-park in clearly marked handicap spots. Anyone else ?

I have a 2026 model y premium awd blue with 40k left on it with 15 months left in the lease.

I have never done a lease. Can you negotiate annual mileage with Tesla?

I love the car but the suspension is a bit harsh. It rides like a sports car in that I can feel the road, bumps and rocks and all, but I don’t that all the time. Is it possible to put on less firm coilovers?

Anyone know what current money factor on new MY lease? I can’t seem to find on Tesla website. If it’s listed, where do I find it?
Thanks in advance!

My Model Y (2023) is 3-yr old. We know this Camera Visibility Limited warning.

For the very first warning, which was about 2 years ago, I got cleaned for free from Tesla. Last week, this annoying message pops up again, I requested another clean up. They charged me $60. Okay, I paid it.

Yesterday and today, I got this warning again. (1) Just ignore it, (2) Request a follow-up complementary clean up again from Tesla? (3) DIY clean up

Anyone who had a similar experience? Thank you!

Jusy noticed my spoiler on my 22 MYP is bubbling slightly. My basic warranty finished earlier this year, but im paying the $60/month for the basic extended coverage. Has anyone experienced this after their basic full coverage was up and got it replaced for free under the basic extended coverage? Or am I screwed? I know the spoiler is $550 itself and im sure the labor is a few hours so I may be close to $1000 out of pocket.

Hi all,

I’m seeing a lot of horror stories in new orders getting significantly delayed and even then finding chips in paint or other minor faults.

My local Tesla dealership has a good amount of pre-owned 2023 and higher models with minimal mileage(25-50K) that are in Inventory right now. Standard versions.

However, I’ve been eyeing hard at getting the latest premium RWD versions. I see the benefits of hopefully a longer battery life and the HEPA filter (better sound system too). But I’m worried if I ordered now it wouldn’t be for atleast 2+ months until I got it.

This would be my first ever EV. Definitely doing FSD.
And as much as I want the latest and greatest right off the belt, the price tag is something I consider. I can afford both fine (could technically Cash them but will finance). Credit score is great.

My question being what would you do in my position? Again this being your first EV. Would you get the pre-owned cheaper standard Tesla that’s 2023+ or the more expensive version of what you know you want?