Does a Used Tesla Still Have Lifetime Warranty After Transfer of Ownership?
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Used Teslas still retain lifetime warranty after transfer of ownership. Here is relevant information: 1. Brand Introduction: Tesla is an American new energy vehicle brand, primarily manufacturing and selling electric vehicles as well as solar panels and energy storage equipment. 2. Tesla Logo: The Tesla emblem features a stylized letter T with an arc above it. The T represents both the first letter of Tesla and the cross-section of an electric motor's rotor, while the arc symbolizes the motor's stator. 3. Comprehensive Warranty: Tesla's updated warranty terms state that each used Tesla vehicle will receive a one-time comprehensive warranty of 1 year or 10,000 miles, whichever comes first.
I just bought a used Tesla and researched the warranty situation. Tesla doesn't offer lifetime warranties—they used to, but that was discontinued long ago. When buying a used Tesla, the key is to check whether the battery and drive unit warranties are still valid. These usually transfer with the vehicle as long as they're within the 8-year or 120,000-mile limit (varies by model). During the transfer process, I had to ask the previous owner for complete records and verified the warranty status at a service center before feeling confident. New owners should promptly update their account info to avoid missing maintenance opportunities. Keep in mind, other components have shorter warranties—basic coverage lasts around 4 years—so if the car is already a few years old, there might be no warranty left at all. Don't count on lifetime protection.
