Jan 10, 2020 #1 Hi all, My Model 3 started making a horrible metal on metal grinding noise last night. 11. Lifting the car a few inches will also make the Model 3 more usable in the wintertime when you have snow and ice! They wont say whether or not the car is safe to drive that far. Sometimes the charging will cut off before the car is fully charged. The Pedestrian Warning System (if equipped) causes Model 3 to emit sound when driving below approximately 24 km/h (15 mph) or while driving in reverse. Humming, Whirring, or Wooshing Sound. 7. If you find it annoying, Service can add it to your car. There was a post in this forum area about these being missing on someone's car and a number of members saying that they were missing on their cars too. Tesla has a service bulletin (SB-19-16-010) to upgrade the battery breathers that equalize the pressure quicker and quieter if this bothers you. Should any of these items totally fail, the car will detect it and do what is necessary to keep it safe. It may not display this or other websites correctly. Help! Whether its a door panel thats just slightly misaligned or a trunk that doesnt always close, there have been consistent reports of poor quality construction on the Model 3. If you experience a metallic noise from your Tesla Model 3, but the brakes are not the cause, read this guide for more information on this issue. First is our list of Normal sounds, first compiled for the Model S, but also occur in similar locations on Model X, Model 3, and Model Y. For the bearing issue, thenoise only occurs when power is applied. Front drivers side wheel. Mechanical Whirring noise inside the dash that occurs whenever the car is powered. Like I just got it. Mobile tech out today to look at this problem and resolve another problem (faulty steering control unit) was baffled by this noise and recommended I take it into service. You are using an out of date browser. Can you check out this video and let me know what you think? The HVAC compressor runs to cool the battery as well as the cabin, so even if Climate is turned off, you may still hear this noise. More front door handle woesthey don't retractmake grinding noiseswhen I unlock it, the doors pop open a couple of inches. Here are the 3 typical noises you may be victim of.if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[728,90],'mynoisycar_com-medrectangle-4','ezslot_12',107,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-mynoisycar_com-medrectangle-4-0'); If you discover a grinding noise when you start in reverse with your Tesla Model 3, it may be the engine mounts that are tired. Is this normal? Check our article about whether Teslas overheat. Tesla changed the coolant valve actuator and wrote on the invoice that its fixed. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sKCfzKIMMbw I was confident enough to call off the tow truck so that saves a bunch of folks a big hassle. The air suspension supply could becontaminated with moisture/ambient air and the system needs to be evacuatedand refilled with nitrogen. But instead its a genuine luxury experience. Service should evaluate and repair if necessary. It is not considered a safety issue. With the lower price of the Model 3, Tesla has arguably underperformed on quality and reliability. Minor Motor/Inverter noise You may hear the whine of the motor/inverter, in which the pitch directly changes with speed. I just had the same sound but I got to stop. Rumble for 1 second This is the warning sound when the car senses you are going outside the lane. Should I be worried about driving back home? Front end knocking sound Model Y performance, Weird metallic/mechanical sound when steering. 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Dash minor buzzing near the main display forcars with ambient lighting. The noise will not go away and it happens now all the time. Knocking sounds both still or moving when the car is on. Apparently not. Sponsored. Electric vehicles operate quietly and this sound helps to alert pedestrians of your oncoming vehicle. ( I can send the audio file if it helps ). Extremely helpful. J Do you value your experience at TMC? X MODEL MOANS/WHINES WHEN THE CAR IS IN PARK OR WHEN IT IS BEING TURNED OFF. Continue with Recommended Cookies. 17c. You might mention it at the next annual service, but really not concerned. Picked up my model 3 on Friday. Ive had it happen on my car, but not all that often. It stops if the car is off for 15 minutes. Generally, the Tesla Model 3 doesnt do well in snow but if you lift it and put on winter tires, you can actually get some decent performance in snow and freezing temperatures. Weve also seen this problem with the Model S. Because the models from 2019 onward use only cameras in their detection systems, instead of additional radar as in the older models, the cars Forward Collision Warning will sometimes be triggered incorrectly and apply the automatic brake. It may occur after the suspension compressor stops. The problem went away. The noise is louder with the Windows open. I will have to keep an eye on it. May be how long the car is parked or weather factors like humidity? TeslaTap is not affiliated with Tesla, Inc. or its subsidiaries. In Europe, the lithium batteries used in imports have also been shown to have reduced performance in cold areas, leading to up to a 25% decrease in the vehicles range, a factor that has caught some drivers by surprise. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. Check if the sound disappears when you turn off ambient lighting. If your Tesla wheel is making a horrific grinding/squealing noise when you drive it then this video details a potential fix you can do yourself quickly, easily and for free. This is one issue that has tended to taper off over the years, however. Normally these make no sound, but if they make a 2-second growl, they should be attended to. Trunk lower compartment. During regen, it immediately disappears. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. After many attempts to find squeak and re-drive, a rock was discovered between RF fender liner and outside case of HV battery. $19.25. To view the purposes they believe they have legitimate interest for, or to object to this data processing use the vendor list link below. Any gearbox issue can be serious, but before making sure, it is better to do a few checks. Seems like a slight warble? I didnt see anything out of the ordinary when looking at them. While not serious, service will need to remove the pebble. It is never pleasing to discover a sound on your car that you dont know where it comes from. Well do our best to separate the normal from the abnormal and how the problems are corrected. Thumping during acceleration The front driveshaft may be defective. In this circumstance, do not hesitate to read this content page for more information about strut mount noises on Tesla Model 3.if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[300,250],'mynoisycar_com-box-4','ezslot_5',108,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-mynoisycar_com-box-4-0'); If you are subject to a knocking noise when you are in reverse with your Tesla Model 3 and this noise tends to increase as you gain speed. Check out this video on how to remove the rocks: My Model 3 has a clicking noise when I press the brakes! HVAC condenser fans There are fans in the front of the car that help cool the HVAC condenser. You may be wanting to know what to do when you identify a reversing gear noise that continues on your Tesla Model 3? I mentioned it to the tech via the app. The sound created by the reversing of your Tesla Model 3 is logical. Unlike ICE cars, it is a variable speed compressor. The noise was getting louder as time passed. The leaks usually relate to badly installed trunk seals, an issue that also tends to crop up with their passenger window seals. This can occur even when the car is off on occasion. 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I often get a very loud clunking noise from the rear of the vehicle when I put it into drive. This is typically coming from the inverter (attached to the motor) and the drive unit may need repair. Happens about 1 in 10 times and it is definitely not weather related. The compressor is a variable speed design, meaning it runs faster and makes more noise when the system needs maximum cooling. I go on my first road trip, 230 miles. Make sure to check for charging issues before deciding if a used Tesla is worth buying. My 2016 Tesla S has always made the usual warm up and cool down noises. It is likely that the reason of this issue comes from the double wishbone suspension or the direction hinges. In addition to working for a market leader, the company offers the following : Attractive salary package : BMW Hybrid, additional net income, insurances . Tesla will likely need to repair the drive unit. While updates and replacement parts have been issued in many cases, Tesla has not always been able to resolve these problems. With the lower price of the Model 3, Tesla has arguably underperformed on quality and reliability. Finding out a noise when you shift into reverse is normal and linked to the gears and sprockets used in the gearbox. If your balancing weights are missing or incorrectly positioned, your wheels will tend to vibrate a lot and induce a significant wheel noise on Tesla Model 3. 14. Worries about charging are also mitigated by access to Teslas nationwide Supercharger network, certainly a plus on long road-trips. When your vehicle is Parked, especially outside on a hot day, you may hear a humming or slight ticking sound from the front of the vehicle near the front trunk. Performance model 4dr Sedan, AWD with no additional options. Grinding noises (probably from a cooling fan), humming sound after your Tesla has been parked, Tesla Model 3 is arguably a reliable car and makes for a good first car. The best fix is to switch the blades to a Bosch replacement blade. Like all Teslas, the Model 3 carries its battery under the. If so, set screen brightness above 70% or turn off ambient lighting. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. 1b Light buzzing for 5- 30 secondsThe air suspension compressor may be leveling or adjusting the vehicle level. When you back up, they snap and you hear the loud clunk. If the car is ~6 months new, could it be coming from the external speaker (i.e. This is the official Lounge for r/TeslaMotors. Undercarriages have been reported to disintegrate in wet conditions, with owners driving through puddles only to find that the composite on the underside of their car is damaged or torn. Heres more on how often Tesla has problems. Tesla Motors Club LLC (TMC) is an independent enthusiast organization and is not affiliated with Tesla Motors, Inc. or its subsidiaries. I was hoping to find a possible explanation to my issue and didnt see it. The Model 3 Performance rockets to 60 mph in just 3.5 seconds 0.5-second faster than our long-term Model 3 Long Range. It could be so many things but I know the drive motors made a grinding noise but rarely failed. Spontaneous Glass-Shattering Issue Now Strikes A 2021 Tesla Model 3 The second article was about suspension issues on Tesla vehicles. I know its an issue with that side as my driver side is quiet as a mouse. The clearance is very tight under this combination. On some very poor roads, the noise can be quite loud (as it will be in any car on the same road). HVAC Compressor This makes a kind of mechanical whine from the front of the car and may change in pitch. Motor whine/milling sound This can be a loud whine that gets louder over time. Most of these errors dont affect performance, and Tesla has offered replacements to disappointed owners. If this is the, its considered normal and nothing to worry about. Added frunk lighting to my Model 3. I think that I have a new noise for this thread. Our team has made this content page to help you resolve it. While these issues are covered under warranty, the idea of easily-shattered glass doesnt bode well for impact resistance and Teslas safety rating. There is also the HVAC compressor which may also run after the car is turned off. You can then playback the sounds for the tech to hear. Join. Did you find wrong information or was something missing? 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