Body Integrity
Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, loose or cracked seals and/or weather-stripping, air and water leaks.
What Owners Say
"wind noise around window"
J D., IL (2014 Tesla Model S Base Electric)"Small water leak driver window"
Scott D., TX (2014 Tesla Model S Performance Electric)"Water was leaking into the tail lights when the vehicle was washed. Tesla replaced the tail light"
John H., CA (2014 Tesla Model S Base Electric)"air leak in left rear window"
Anonymous, IL (2014 Tesla Model S Base Electric)"drain hole in trunk hatch got clogged ,Tesla fix it ASAP"
Thomas G., CA (2014 Tesla Model S Base Electric)"A seal on the rear brake light allowed water into the light fixture. Tesla replaced both rear brake lights with newer versions."
Charles C., CA (2014 Tesla Model S Base Electric)"There was a water leak in the tailgate. It was fixed by Tesla service at no cost."
Michael H., BC (2014 Tesla Model S Base Electric)"The lift gate leaked water after a heavy rain apparently due to a defective seal around the tail light. Tesla promptly came to my house and updated the seal to prevent the problem in the future"
Walter M., PA (2014 Tesla Model S Base Electric)"My sunroof was slowly leaking water (I only saw one drop but there were water rings at the top of the inside of my roof. Tesla fixed the problem and told me the drain hose for the sunroof was clogged."
Anonymous, CA (2014 Tesla Model S Base Electric)"slight suspension squeak. Notice first by Tesla service when in for routine check. Proactively fixed under warranty by Tesla"
Anonymous, MN (2014 Tesla Model S Base Electric)"Clips on the dash and doors can sometimes come loose, and since the car is so quiet, these become obvious. Tesla is very good about fixing these."
Anonymous, CA (2014 Tesla Model S Base Electric)"Problem fixed when taken into service center"
Anonymous, CA (2014 Tesla Model S P85D Electric)"pesky noise in door was solved"
Scott D., TX (2014 Tesla Model S Performance Electric)"loose cable in rear deck"
Anonymous, AZ (2014 Tesla Model S Base Electric)"The side mirrors were making noises when they were retracted. Fixed by Mfg"
Michael R., OR (2014 Tesla Model S Base Electric)"squeaking at the sunroof area"
Holger M., CA (2014 Tesla Model S Performance Electric)"Left windshield wiper motor made squeaking noise when returning blade to home position"
Dawn T., CA (2014 Tesla Model S Performance Electric)"The only tires/wheels available for the P85+ model at that time were 21". These tires make too much noise and cause the body to shake on freeways and rough roads, which sometimes deafens the interior"
Anonymous, CA (2014 Tesla Model S Performance Electric)"About 6 different rattles from dash, to A-pillar to rear cargo area. They have successfully fixed 4 and they'll take another stab at the other 2 during the next service. They work really hard to make everything right"
Richard B., CA (2014 Tesla Model S Base Electric)"Car creeks alot when driving, might just need lubrication"
Anonymous, ON (2014 Tesla Model S Performance Electric)"The A/C condenser fan at the front of the car developed a rattle. Tesla corrected the issue by securing the plastic shroud more securely"
Russ W., CA (2014 Tesla Model S Performance Electric)"in dashboard, driver's door, and rear of vehicle"
Anonymous, HI (2014 Tesla Model S Base Electric)"Some rattling noise intermittently comes from the panoramic sunroof area. I'm not sure of the cause"
Michael L., CA (2014 Tesla Model S Performance Electric)"Driver's seatbelt rattles above the shoulder"
Anonymous, CA (2014 Tesla Model S Base Electric)"Since my car was manufactured in early 2013, it was one of Tesla's early cars. They figured out how to fix/retrofit them and everything was fixed perfectly, the first time I asked, like always and for free with great service"
Melissa D., WA (2014 Tesla Model S Base Electric)"Squeaks coming from driver side and pano roof, annoying constantly squeak from passenger back seat area"
Benigno F., FL (2014 Tesla Model S Base Electric)"Front door window seals on both sides were replace to eliminate rattles."
Henry Z., TX (2014 Tesla Model S Performance Electric)"The car has had some rattling noises off and on through the ownership of the car."
Anonymous, CA (2014 Tesla Model S Base Electric)"There was a constant tapping right above my head that was caused by some issue with the sunroof. It was like Chinese water torture, but with a tapping sound."
Anonymous, FL (2014 Tesla Model S Base Electric)"wind noise around window"
J D., IL (2014 Tesla Model S Base Electric)"The front windows (driver and passenger side) can get mis-aligned, causing wind noise. Since the car is so quiet, any wind or rattles are heard."
Anonymous, CA (2014 Tesla Model S Base Electric)"The dealership did not fix an issue I had with the sun roof, apparently not installing one piece of weatherstripping. Since the dealership is 70 miles away I have lived with the wind noise. I am pretty certain the problem will be resolved when I take the care in for its next scheduled maintenance."
Robert M., CO (2014 Tesla Model S P85D Electric)"The sunroof seals broke down causing wind noise. TESLA fixed and no cost and the problem went away"
Anonymous, CA (2014 Tesla Model S P85D Electric)"Passenger side window had excessive wind noise. Tesla arranged for and picked up vehicle. Replaced small corner front window due to poorly placed seal. Delivered it repaired"
Anonymous, CA (2014 Tesla Model S Base Electric)"Air noise from rear hatch was quickly adjusted and repaired by Tesla"
Burt L., CO (2014 Tesla Model S Base Electric)"The wind noise, coupled with the loud tires, cause excessive noise in the passenger area. The noise seems to come from windows and the sunroof that are not tight enough"
Anonymous, CA (2014 Tesla Model S Performance Electric)"Excessive for a 100k vehicle"
Benigno F., FL (2014 Tesla Model S Base Electric)
"windshield seal leaked, repaired under warranty at Tesla Service Center"
David P., IN (2014 Tesla Model S Base Electric)