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Model Y failed annual inspection due to brake pads/rotors needing replacement!
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Leeclanual
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RTPEV
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Yeah, but after 12K miles? If the brake pads/rotors actually need replacement that soon, then something is seriously wrong (probably a warranty issue). I would definitely take this to Tesla for a second opinion.
It's either a warranty issue or the inspection shop is trying to scam the OP and should be reported.
fholbert
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Just a guess, are the rotors rusty from lack of use?
Use the brakes for some abrupt stops and see if that puts a shine on them.
That's why I'm getting a second opinion.
Will report back after I take it to Tesla for an evaluation. Car is 1.5 years old, always in NY!
Update: Tesla verified there's nothing wrong with the pads/rotors (as we assumed all along).
RTPEV
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I'm shocked!
Actually I just had my Tesla in for an inspection myself just the other day and the guys there kidded around with me asking if I needed an oil change, telling me they'd have me out in 45 minutes, and letting me know they found the problem with my car: it had no gas in it. They were lighthearted enough about it, but I do feel a bit bad for these shops in that the only thing I go to them for is an inspection for which they get a measly $13.60 (for gas cars, an inspection runs about $30 I think), and they get no other business from me, so yeah, if they see the writing on the wall, they're probably not too happy with EVs.
They may have been put off by rusty rotors from regen driving. My suggestion is reducing regen settings during the winter so the brakes get used more and they get swept clean every drive. It also helps with the rear-biased braking that happens with regen in the snow.
fholbert
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Was that good enough to pass the inspection?
Can the SC give you the sticker you need?
RTPEV
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Is this even possible any more? It seems like they removed the "standard" and "low" regen settings years ago.
Oh no, it is an option on my SR+ M3 but I believe you're right and it has been removed for the Model Y. I suppose you can use the Brake Burnishing mode in the Service Menu but that's not so convenient.
RTPEV
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Well I have a 2018 Model 3 (LR RWD though) and it's been gone for years (unless they just moved it somewhere and I can't find it). Odd that it would be an option on a very specific model!
SC can't do the inspection, this was just to get a 2nd opinion as I was sure I was being ripped off.
I went to another inspection center and $10 later, was on my way
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