Do Second-hand Tesla Batteries Have an Eight-Year Warranty?
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Second-hand Tesla batteries do not have an eight-year warranty. The following is an introduction about second-hand cars: 1. Introduction: A second-hand car refers to a used vehicle that has been driven for a period of time, rather than a new car purchased from the manufacturer. 2. Characteristics: Due to their affordable prices and strong liquidity, second-hand cars have become a part of the automotive market. 3. Conditions: The second-hand car transaction tax invoice is stipulated by the state. When conducting a second-hand car transaction, the operator of the second-hand car trading market should issue a unified invoice supervised by the tax authority to the buyer as a proof for the transfer registration of the second-hand car. Second-hand car transactions involve procedures such as transfer registration with the vehicle management department, transfer of vehicle insurance, sale or transfer of the vehicle, as well as details about the vehicle's condition and mileage.
As a previous owner who purchased a used Model S, I can confirm that the car's battery does come with an 8-year warranty, but it depends on the original purchase date and mileage. When I bought the car, I specifically checked Tesla's official records and found that the warranty transfers to the new owner as long as it hasn't expired. In practice, I recommend logging into the Tesla App to check the remaining warranty period or contacting customer service with the vehicle identification number (VIN) for confirmation. If it's a used car transaction, it's best to ask the seller to provide warranty documentation to avoid purchasing a vehicle with an expiring warranty. Additionally, the warranty covers battery degradation or other faults, but not routine wear and tear like self-discharge, so regular battery health checks are crucial—for example, reviewing software diagnostic reports to see the remaining capacity. In short, buying a used Tesla doesn’t mean worrying about the warranty; the key is verifying the details in advance to ensure worry-free driving safety.
