What can I do with 2014 Model S with broken motor? The original motor was replaced less than 2 yrs ago and we found out it had no warranty since it was replaced under the original car warranty. Tesla estimates it will cost $6000-$8000 plus cost to tow (~$350). Biggest concern is paying that and getting another one that only lasts 2 years like this one did. Any suggestions as to what to do?
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2014 S Broken Motor
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shahryaran
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What part of the motor is broken?
What part of the motor was broken on the first replacement? Maybe the issue is something else!
What part of the motor was broken on the first replacement? Maybe the issue is something else!
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Agree. Drive unit replacement is 4 yrs or 50k miles.
@batgirl - You may want to check out the replacement parts warranty document posted on Tesla's site.
Vehicle Warranty | Tesla Support
Find and view warranties for Tesla vehicles including New Vehicle Limited Warranty, Used Vehicle Limited Warranty and more.
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I presume you have a large drive unit which has a common coolant leak failure and downstream damages from the leaked coolant.
It appears Tesla's latest revision (Rev U) delete the problematic cooling passage. See posts starting here
DIY Tesla Drive Unit Repair
An update for those seeking to rebuild their LDU @3k+ mile post rebuild. Found completely rusted and pitted shaft below the triple lip seal (first warning was rusty streak on speed sensor). Ouch... sorry buddy 😑 Sounds like best thing is to stay away from LDUs... Second best is to let Tesla...
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If your motor has failed already, then it could be anything from simple to more involved drive unit repairs. Tesla only provide a one side fits all complete replacement. Without DIY/3rd party, lower cost options are unavailable. Most people's only choice is Tesla SC. If so, make sure you ask about Rev U which could last longer eliminating the common leak causing much collateral damage.
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I have no idea what was wrong last time or this time. It makes horrible rhythmic grinding noise when in gear.
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Because we didn't pay for it, it was under warranty, it only had 90 day warranty.
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A component replaced under the original manufacturer warranty is covered until the end of the manufacturer warranty. So if the drive motor was replaced when the car was orginally 1 year old, it would have been covered for the remaining 7 years of the original warranty. However, if it was replaced after 7 years an 11.5 months, then it was only covered for the remaining half a month until the 8 year warranty expired.
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