2017 Tesla Model 3 Technical Service Bulletins

154 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2017 Tesla Model 3. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 10162293Jun 15, 2019Steering. On a certain few Model 3 vehicles, the steering shaft sleeve diameter is too large, and might preload the steering shaft boot bearing so as to cause a squeaking noise to come from the steering shaft boot when the steering wheel is turned. The squeaking noise is most prevalent at lower ambient temperatures, and might diminish as the temperature rises. This is exclusively an NVH issue and does not affect steering…
• 10154511Feb 14, 2019Electrical system. Certain Model 3 vehicles might have increased resistance at ground terminals, and might not provide sufficient signal reference ground at specific connectors.
• 10154509Feb 7, 2019Electrical system. On certain Model 3 vehicles, the charge port power terminals have pin deadfronts that might become dislodged from the terminals, causing the charge handle to not fully connect to the vehicle and therefore preventing the High Voltage (HV) battery from charging.
• 10154506Feb 5, 2019Electrical system, Equipment. On certain Model 3 vehicles, water might enter the inductive sensor in the charge port door assembly, causing the charge port door to be inoperative.
• 10154505Feb 4, 2019Body and structure, Equipment. On certain Model 3 vehicles, the one-time use bolts that attach the high voltage controller to the penthouse cover were not torqued to Tesla?s internal specification.
• 10154504Feb 4, 2019Exterior lighting. Some early Model 3 vehicles were built with a RH rear reflex lens that was susceptible to cosmetic issues such as visible weld spots or foggy blemishes.
• 10153436Jan 26, 2019Transmission and drivetrain. Certain Model 3 vehicles might have been manufactured without a rear drive unit (RDU) breather, and consequently might have contaminated gearbox fluid.
• 10153433Jan 25, 2019Electrical system. On certain Model 3 vehicles, the charge port power terminals have pin deadfronts that might become dislodged from the terminals, causing the charge handle to not fully connect to the vehicle and therefore preventing the High Voltage (HV) battery from charging.
• 10153431Jan 23, 2019Electrical system. On certain Model 3 vehicles, the charge port power terminals have insulator pins that might become dislodged from the terminals, causing the charge handle to not fully connect to the vehicle and therefore preventing the High Voltage (HV) battery from charging.
• 10153430Jan 19, 2019Equipment. On some Model 3 vehicles, the front and/or mid aero shield panels might be susceptible to damage when driving through standing water. Updated panels are available which have a more robust design than the original panels.
• 10153805Dec 7, 2018Electrical system, Equipment. On certain Model 3 vehicles, the charge port power terminals have insulator pins that might become dislodged from the terminals, causing the charge handle not to fully connect to the vehicle and preventing the High Voltage (HV) battery to charge.
• 10153803Dec 6, 2018Latches, locks and linkages. For some Model 3 vehicles, the trunk lid might require more effort than expected to fully close.
• 10151649Nov 30, 2018Electrical system. On some Model 3 vehicles, the Occupant Classification System (OCS) frequency might be out of range because of electrical interference on the front passenger seat harness, causing the airbag indicator to display on the touchscreen.
• 10151607Nov 19, 2018Brakes. Some Model 3 vehicles are equipped with rear brake dust shields that can trap road debris between the dust shield and brake rotor, causing loud grinding noises.
• 10151605Nov 8, 2018Equipment. On some Model 3 vehicles, customers might be unable to remove the rear license plate mounting screws because the grommet threads might be stripped.
• 10148849Oct 20, 2018Electrical system. Some Model 3 vehicles might have been manufactured with the C-pillar electrical harness(es) routed incorrectly, causing a gap between the upper C-pillar trim and side rail trim.
• 10148827Oct 9, 2018Electrical system. On some Model 3 vehicles, one or two HV battery breather valves might be missing or improperly installed.
• 10144254Aug 14, 2018Latches, locks and linkages. On some Model 3 vehicles, the glove box solenoid might have been lubricated with incorrect grease, and might require excessive force to unlatch the glove box.
• 10144252Aug 1, 2018Electrical system. On certain Model 3 vehicles, an issue in the CAN transceiver internal to the drive unit might result in intermittent communication errors, causing the vehicle to go into limp mode or not start.
• 10143589Jul 13, 2018Steering, Equipment. On some Model 3 vehicles, the steering column control module connector retaining clip may have been reused following repairs. This clip is one-time-use.
• 10143018Jun 18, 2018Electrical system. On some Model 3 vehicles, the top surface of the Instrument Panel (IP) carrier is prone to premature outlines or stains, such as an object left on the IP carrier in the sunlight. These outlines or stains can be temporarily removed, but can return, making it difficult to remove permanently. In addition, wiping the surface of the IP carrier might result in scratches.
• 10143017Jun 12, 2018Electrical system. On certain Model 3 vehicles, the one-time use bolts that attach the high voltage controller to the penthouse cover were not torqued to Tesla?s internal specification.
• 10143016May 21, 2018Body and structure. On some Model 3 vehicles, the 2nd row floor footwell might make a muffled thud or pop noise when a passenger steps on the affected areas.
• 10143015May 17, 2018Electrical system. Some Model 3 vehicles might have been manufactured without one or both HV battery breathers.
• 10143010Apr 3, 2018Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). On some Model 3 vehicles, water might leak inside the motors of both front window motor/regulator assemblies. This might cause the motors to fail and potentially making the front windows inoperable.
• 10142997Mar 20, 2018Suspension. On certain Model 3 vehicles, the front stabilizer bar link ball joint studs might crack at the flange. As a result, the nut that attaches the stabilizer bar might lose torque. This might result in noise coming from the front of vehicle while driving on rough surfaces.
• 10142996Mar 9, 2018Suspension. On some Model 3 vehicles, customers might state that the vehicle ride is too harsh. The ride tuning of early spring and damper assemblies is subjectively more firm than the ride tuning of updated assemblies.
• 10142995Mar 7, 2018Suspension. On some Model 3 vehicles, the solid-wire rear drive unit (RDU) ground strap might transfer motor vibration into the cabin. This might result in customer perception of high motor noise levels.
• 10142994Feb 23, 2018Electrical system. On certain Model 3 vehicles, an issue in the CAN transceiver internal to the drive unit might result in intermittent communication errors, causing the vehicle to go into limp mode or not start.
• 10142993Feb 23, 2018Equipment. On some Model 3 vehicles, an electrostatic discharge might damage the charge port ECU radio transceiver. As a result, an alert displays on the touchscreen, and the charge port door is unable to be opened using the button on a charger handle. The charge port door opens using other methods.
• 10142992Feb 23, 2018Electrical system. On certain Model 3 vehicles, specific issues with the power conversion system (PCS) might prevent contactors from closing or cause the PCS E-fuse circuit to trip, leading to inability to recharge the 12V battery.
• 10142990Feb 16, 2018Equipment. On some Model 3 vehicles, an electrostatic discharge might damage the charge port ECU radio transceiver. As a result, an alert displays on the touchscreen, and the charge port door is unable to be opened using the button on a charger handle. The charge port door opens using other methods.
• 10142991Feb 15, 2018Engine cooling. On certain Model 3 vehicles, the 5-way valve actuator internals might wear prematurely, causing the actuator to become unreliable over time.
• 10142989Feb 13, 2018Suspension. On some Model 3 vehicles, at 65 mph (105 km/h) and above, front upper control arm vibration might result in detectable cabin noise.
• 10142987Feb 9, 2018Equipment. An improved version of the Model 3 child safety switch in the underhood storage area now features a glow-in-the-dark button instead of a lighted button.
• 10142986Feb 7, 2018Transmission and drivetrain. On certain Model 3 vehicles, the rear drive unit gearbox fluid might leak into the printed circuit board cavity of the oil pump, causing the vehicle to go into limp mode.
• 10142985Feb 7, 2018Engine cooling. On some Model 3 vehicles, one of the bolts that helps to secure the rear drive unit inverter coolant manifold to the inverter housing might not have been installed. Consequently, coolant might leak from the manifold.
• 10142984Feb 7, 2018Electrical system. On certain Model 3 vehicles, specific issues with the power conversion system (PCS) might prevent contactors from closing or cause the PCS E-fuse circuit to trip, leading to inability to recharge the 12V battery.
• 10142983Feb 7, 2018Equipment. On some Model 3 vehicles, an electrostatic discharge might damage the charge port ECU radio transceiver. As a result, an alert displays on the touchscreen, and the charge port door is unable to be opened using the button on a charger handle. The charge port door opens using other methods.
• 10142982Jan 31, 2018Brakes. On some Model 3 vehicles, the brake booster clevis pin might make a knock or rattle sound when the brakes are used. Vehicle braking is not affected.
• 10142981Jan 26, 2018Electrical system. Certain Model 3 vehicles might have increased resistance at ground terminals, and might not provide sufficient signal reference ground at specific connectors.
• 10142980Jan 23, 2018Electrical system. On certain Model 3 vehicles, specific issues with the power conversion system (PCS) might cause the E-fuse to open, leading to the inability to recharge the 12V battery.
• 10142979Jan 23, 2018Electrical system. An improved version of the Model 3 rear drive unit is now available that meets Tesla's high standards for performance and durability.
• 10142977Nov 9, 2017Body and structure. Some Model 3 vehicles might have a crack in the trunk lid paint, that might allow water entry.
• 10142976Nov 1, 2017Body and structure. Certain Model 3 vehicles have thermal harness covers that might allow splashed water to ingress into the front body controller module, potentially resulting in diminished connection.
• 10142975Oct 27, 2017Engine cooling. Some Model 3 vehicles might have coolant pumps that are noisy or make a rattling sound during operation.
• 10142974Oct 2, 2017Exterior lighting. While current headlights are adequate, an upgraded version improves upon them. Replace the current headlights with the new version.
• 10142973Sep 30, 2017Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Certain Model 3 vehicles have primary body seals that lack slip coat. Raising a window might require additional effort by the regulator motor, and might be falsely identified as a pinch condition.
• 10142972Sep 22, 2017Electrical system. Some Model 3 vehicles might have increased resistance at certain ground terminals.
• 10142971Sep 19, 2017Tires. Certain Model 3 vehicles equipped with Continental 19 tires with a date code of 1317 might not conform to Tesla's subjective requirements for performance and customer satisfaction.

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