Latches/locks/linkage Related Problems of the 2018 Tesla Model S

Table 1 shows two common latches/locks/linkage related problems of the 2018 Tesla Model S. The number one most common problem is related to the door latch (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the latches/locks/linkage (one problem).

Table 1. Latches/locks/linkage related problems of Tesla Model S

Problem Category Number of Problems
Door Latch problems
3
Latches/locks/linkage problems
1

Recently reported Latches/locks/linkage problems of the 2018 Tesla Model S

The Door Latch problem

I own a 2018 Tesla Model S. While it was still under warranty the passenger side door handle quit working and it was no longer possible to open that door. Tesla replaced the door handle at no change with a newly designed mechanism.   Read details...

The Latches/locks/linkage problem

The contact owns a 2018 Tesla Model S. The contact stated that the emergency trunk latch had failed, and the trunk was unable to be opened. Additionally, while operating the vehicle, the emergency trunk latch warning light remained illuminated, and the doors could not be locked and secured.   Read details...


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