Tesla Lemon Law — Common Issues & What To Do
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What Owners Report (and What to Save)
Common Tesla issues that may qualify under lemon law
Center Display/MCU Problems
Center display/MCU problems related to 8GB eMMC wear on certain Model S/X built before March 2018 were subject to a recall and daughterboard replacement.
Save: Screenshots/videos of screen failures, freeze-ups, or yellow border warnings. Keep all repair orders.
Sources: NHTSA Recall 20V750
Rear-View Camera Display
Rear-view camera display outages have triggered recalls addressed by software updates.
Save: Document repair attempts, firmware versions before/after updates, and whether the issue persists.
Source: AP News
Other Common Tesla Issues
- Battery degradation beyond normal range loss
- Autopilot/FSD malfunctions and phantom braking
- Door handle failures and window issues
- Charging system malfunctions
- Suspension and air suspension failures
Do I Qualify?
If warranty repairs require multiple attempts or 30+ days out of service (see your state rules), you may qualify under your state Lemon Law or Magnuson-Moss (federal warranty law).
State Lemon Laws
Most states require 3-4 repair attempts for the same issue, or 30+ days out of service.
View California RequirementsFederal Warranty Law
Magnuson-Moss requires manufacturer to provide a reasonable opportunity to repair—often 1-3 attempts depending on severity.
View Federal LawWhat to Bring to Us
Strong documentation is key to winning Tesla lemon law cases
Repair Orders
All service records showing concern/cause/correction. Include dates, mileage, and days out of service.
Photos & Videos
Screenshots of error messages, videos of symptoms occurring, photos of warning lights or screen issues.
Firmware Details
Note firmware versions before and after updates. Document if issues persist after software updates.
Check Your Tesla for Recalls
Tesla vehicles have been subject to numerous recalls. Check if your vehicle is affected:
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