Tesla Maintenance
Keep Your Tesla Running Perfectly
Minimal Service
No oil changes, spark plugs, or transmission service
Mobile Service
Tesla comes to you for most repairs
Low Cost
Half the maintenance cost of gas vehicles
Maintenance Schedule
Cabin Air Filter
Replace every 2 years
Tire Rotation
Every 6,250 miles or if tread difference exceeds 2/32"
Brake Fluid Test
Every 4 years (replace if needed)
A/C Desiccant Bag
Every 4-6 years depending on model
Tire Replacement
Every 25,000-40,000 miles
Why Teslas Need Less Maintenance
Electric motors have roughly 20 moving parts compared to 2,000+ in a gas engine. No oil changes, no spark plugs, no timing belts, no transmission fluid, no exhaust system maintenance. Tesla brakes last 100,000+ miles thanks to regenerative braking, which uses the motor to slow the car and recapture energy.
Over 5 years of ownership, Tesla maintenance costs average $3,000 total vs $6,000-$8,000 for comparable gas vehicles. The savings compound with higher-mileage ownership, making Teslas increasingly cost-effective the longer you keep them.
Battery Care Tips
Tesla batteries are designed to last the lifetime of the vehicle, with an 8-year, 120,000-mile warranty. To maximize battery longevity: keep your daily charge limit at 80%, avoid frequent Supercharging above 90%, and minimize exposure to extreme heat while at high state of charge.
Most Tesla owners see less than 10% battery degradation after 200,000 miles. The battery management system actively protects cells from damage, and over-the-air updates continuously optimize charging algorithms for improved battery health.
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