Tesla inspection · Houston
Tesla pre-warranty inspection.
A 96-point check of your Tesla before the factory warranty runs out, so problems can be fixed by Tesla under warranty while you are still covered.
Why before it ends
Find it while Tesla still pays for it.
Creaking suspension parts, slow water leaks, A/C faults and sticky door handles often build up slowly and are easy to miss. Once your warranty ends, those repairs are on you. You must report a problem to Tesla before the warranty ends for it to be covered.
| Tesla warranty | Term | What it covers |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Vehicle Limited Warranty | 4 years or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first | Defects in parts made or supplied by Tesla: suspension, steering, climate, doors, electrical, screens, cameras, lights, leaks and trim |
| Seat belts & airbags (SRS) | 5 years or 60,000 miles | Seat belts, airbags and seat sensors |
| Battery & Drive Unit: Model S, Model X, Cybertruck | 8 years or 150,000 miles | The high-voltage battery (including capacity below 70%) and drive units |
| Battery & Drive Unit: Model 3 / Y Long Range, Premium, Performance | 8 years or 120,000 miles | Same as above |
| Battery & Drive Unit: Model 3 / Y RWD and Standard | 8 years or 100,000 miles | Same as above |
| Body rust | 12 years, unlimited miles | Rust holes from the inside out caused by a defect |
From Tesla’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty (US). The warranty starts on the day the car was first delivered and passes to later owners. Your exact terms are in your Tesla Account.
What we inspect
96 points, in plain words.
We follow the same checklist on every car, so nothing is skipped. Checks that only apply to some models are marked.
Diagnostics, Records & Recalls
Alerts and fault codes from Tesla Service Mode, open recalls and service bulletins, your software version, a battery health test, and any aftermarket parts that could affect a claim.
5 checksSuspension & Steering
Control arms, links, bushings, ball joints, shocks and struts, steering rack and tie rods, air suspension on Model S, Model X and Cybertruck, plus alignment readings.
14 checksWheels, Hubs & Brakes
Wheel bearings, half-shafts, brake calipers and lines, the parking brake, brake fluid, tire wear and tire-pressure sensors.
8 checksHVAC & Thermal
A/C and heat, the heat pump, compressor, refrigerant and coolant leaks, blower, vents and defrost.
9 checksHigh Voltage, Charging & Drive Units
The battery enclosure, high-voltage alerts, the charge port, an AC and DC charging check, and the front and rear drive units and mounts.
8 checks12V & Electrical
The 12V battery, wipers and horn, windows, mirrors, heated and power seats, steering wheel controls, audio and charging ports.
9 checksBody, Doors & Closures
Door handles and latches, windows, door fit, Model X Falcon Wing doors, frunk, trunk, paint and rust, trim, and the Cybertruck bed and tonneau.
12 checksGlass, Lighting & Water Leaks
Headlights, tail lights and all other lights, the glass roof, windshield and windows, and water in the trunk, cabin or frunk.
9 checksInterior & Restraints
Seat belts, airbag warnings, seat sensors, seats, headliner, console and glovebox.
6 checksScreens, Cameras & Driver Assist
Touchscreen and displays, connectivity, every camera, parking sensors, and your key card, phone key and fob.
8 checksRoad Test & Noises
A drive to find clunks, clicks, whine, vibration, pulling, brake feel, wind noise and driver-assist faults.
8 checksThe full checklist
Diagnostics, Records & Recalls 5
- Service Mode alerts & DTCs
- Open recalls & service bulletins
- Software version
- HV battery health
- Aftermarket parts / modifications
Suspension & Steering 14
- Front upper control arms
- Front lateral links (Model 3 & Y)
- Front compliance / lower arm bushings
- Front lower ball joints
- Stabilizer bar links & bushings
- Front struts / shocks & top mounts
- Rear upper (camber) links
- Rear toe links
- Rear lower link & knuckle bushings
- Rear struts / shocks
- Steering rack & tie rods
- Steering column / intermediate shaft
- Air suspension (Model S, X & Cybertruck)
- Alignment readings
Wheels, Hubs & Brakes 8
- Wheel bearings / hubs (all 4)
- Front half-shafts / CV joints (dual motor)
- Rear half-shafts / CV joints
- Brake calipers, lines & hoses
- Electronic parking brake
- Brake fluid & brake booster
- Tires (tire-maker warranty)
- TPMS sensors & wheels
HVAC & Thermal 9
- A/C performance
- Cabin heating
- Heat pump / Supermanifold / Octovalve (heat pump cars)
- A/C compressor
- Refrigerant leak check
- Coolant system & radiator fan
- Blower motor
- Vent vanes / air-wave & blend doors (Model 3 & Y)
- Windshield & rear defrost / defog
High Voltage, Charging & Drive Units 8
- HV battery enclosure
- HV isolation / BMS alerts
- Charge port door, latch & pins
- Charging test (AC & DC)
- Front drive unit (dual motor)
- Rear drive unit
- Drive unit & subframe mounts
- Mobile connector (if supplied)
12V & Electrical 9
- 12V / low-voltage battery & DC-DC
- Wipers, washers & horn
- Window switches
- Power mirrors
- Seat heaters / ventilation
- Power seats & memory
- Steering wheel controls & heater
- Audio system
- USB / 12V outlets & wireless chargers
Body, Doors & Closures 12
- Exterior door handles
- Electronic latches & manual releases
- Front door check straps (Model 3 & Y)
- Window auto-drop & indexing
- Door alignment & hinges
- Falcon Wing & auto front doors (Model X)
- Frunk
- Trunk / liftgate
- Trunk lid harness / rear camera cable (Model 3)
- Paint & corrosion
- Exterior trim & appliques
- Bed, tonneau & tailgate (Cybertruck)
Glass, Lighting & Water Leaks 9
- Headlights
- Tail lights & liftgate lamps
- Exterior & interior lighting
- Glass roof
- Windshield & side glass
- Trunk & sub-trunk
- Cabin water leaks
- Door & window seals
- Frunk & cowl
Interior & Restraints 6
- Seat belts (all positions)
- SRS / airbag warning
- Occupant & buckle sensors
- Seats & rear seatbacks
- Headliner & pillar trim
- Console, armrest & glovebox
Screens, Cameras & Driver Assist 8
- Center touchscreen
- Infotainment & connectivity
- Rear & driver displays
- Backup camera
- Side repeater & B-pillar cameras
- Forward (windshield) cameras
- Park assist / ultrasonic sensors
- Key card, phone key & fob
Road Test & Noises 8
- Suspension noise
- Low-speed turning
- Drive unit noise
- Vibration / shudder
- Steering & tracking
- Braking
- Wind noise & rattles
- Driver assist
How it works
Book, inspect, report, fix.
- BookSend the form below or call us. Tell us your model, mileage, delivery date and anything you’ve noticed.
- We inspectA technician works through all 96 points, including Tesla Service Mode checks and a road test. Nothing is taken apart.
- You get a reportEvery item is rated Pass, Monitor or Fail, with photos and notes. Likely warranty claims are listed with the coverage they fall under.
- Get it fixedOpen a service request in the Tesla app before your warranty ends and include the report’s photos and notes. Items Tesla doesn’t cover, like tires, brake pads or alignment, we can handle here at a fair, upfront price.
Price
Call for pricing: 888-878-2213
The inspection is not a guarantee of warranty coverage. Tesla decides what it covers, and problems must be reported to Tesla within your warranty period. The inspection is visual and functional, with no disassembly.
Questions
Common questions.
When should I book the inspection?
A few months before your basic warranty ends at 4 years or 50,000 miles (whichever comes first), so there is time to get a Tesla service appointment. If your car is close to 8 years, book before the battery and drive unit warranty ends.
Does EVS do the warranty repairs?
No. Warranty repairs are done by Tesla or a Tesla-authorized facility, and Tesla decides what it covers. We find and document the problems so you can report them to Tesla in time. Items that aren’t covered, we can fix here.
What does Tesla’s warranty not cover?
Tires (they have their own maker’s warranty), brake pads and rotors, wiper blades, filters, alignment and balancing, damage from accidents, curbs, potholes or flooding, noises with no failed part, and non-genuine parts. We still note these, because odd tire wear can point to a covered suspension part.
Can the inspection affect my warranty?
No. It is a visual and functional inspection with a road test. We don’t take anything apart, and we never open the battery or drive units.
How much does it cost?
Call us at 888-878-2213 for pricing, or ask in your booking request.
Book an inspection
Request a time.
Send this form and we’ll call or email you to set a time. Prefer to talk? Call 888-878-2213.
Hours
Tuesday – Saturday
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
2:00 PM – 6:00 PM