I was surprised to learn that Tesla's policy is only to replace, not repair/plug tires with punctures. Is this a new policy or perhaps decided locally at each Service Center? A quick search of the forums turned up at least 2 instances of puncture repairs (one an offer to repair for $50 that the owner declined) at other Tesla Service Centers in the past.
I had a recurring slow leak/tire low pressure warning about every 4-5 weeks starting in Sept. Closest service center is 140 miles away – used to be >200. Inspection by Rangers on 2 occasions didn't see anything in the tire, and after a valve stem repair on site, I got the warning again about 2 weeks later. When I contacted the Service Center, they offered to transport the car and provide a loaner since they were scheduled to pick one up that was already in the area the next day. So far great service for a non-emergent annoyance.
Somewhat embarrassing, but once it was at the Service Center up on a rack, a screw or nail was found deep in the tread that had not been seen before. Given the distance when informed of the policy, I didn't have much choice but to replace the tire. Had the service center been local, I probably would have picked the car up & taken it to a tire shop, as it was very likely the tire could be repaired. So I now have an extra repairable tire in my garage in case I ever damage a side wall or really blow one out.
I can understand not wanting to take on the risk for a failed tire repair, but even so plugs, are done all the time. It doesn’t seem like a particularly eco-friendly green tire policy for the leading EV company. Personnel at both distant Service Centers have be great, but still can't wait for the promised local Service Center to open.
I did enjoy driving a brand new P85+ over New Year’s. :biggrin:
I had a recurring slow leak/tire low pressure warning about every 4-5 weeks starting in Sept. Closest service center is 140 miles away – used to be >200. Inspection by Rangers on 2 occasions didn't see anything in the tire, and after a valve stem repair on site, I got the warning again about 2 weeks later. When I contacted the Service Center, they offered to transport the car and provide a loaner since they were scheduled to pick one up that was already in the area the next day. So far great service for a non-emergent annoyance.
Somewhat embarrassing, but once it was at the Service Center up on a rack, a screw or nail was found deep in the tread that had not been seen before. Given the distance when informed of the policy, I didn't have much choice but to replace the tire. Had the service center been local, I probably would have picked the car up & taken it to a tire shop, as it was very likely the tire could be repaired. So I now have an extra repairable tire in my garage in case I ever damage a side wall or really blow one out.
I can understand not wanting to take on the risk for a failed tire repair, but even so plugs, are done all the time. It doesn’t seem like a particularly eco-friendly green tire policy for the leading EV company. Personnel at both distant Service Centers have be great, but still can't wait for the promised local Service Center to open.
I did enjoy driving a brand new P85+ over New Year’s. :biggrin: