Tesla Model Y Extended Warranty

What to watch on your Model Y

• Suspension & Steering. The most common Model Y repair we pay.
• Touchscreen & Computer. The screen, the car computer and its cameras.
• Heat Pump & A/C. Heating and cooling for the cabin and the battery.
• High-Voltage Battery. The costliest single part on the car.

Your battery mileage limit depends on your Model Y’s configuration, so check it in the Tesla app before comparing dates. A Model Y can leave its basic warranty years before its battery warranty ends.

Tesla factory warranty on the Model Y

Open Specs & Warranty in the Tesla app to check both the date and mileage limits. If you bought used directly from Tesla, check for a separate pre-owned warranty. The warranty issued for your vehicle controls.

Tesla Vehicle ESA and XCare Premium components

This table compares the U.S. Tesla Vehicle ESA with the XCare Premium base contract. Included means the factory part is within the plan’s scope for a qualifying failure. A failed touchscreen assembly is different from cracked glass, and a failed A/C compressor is different from an excluded hose. The agreement issued for your vehicle, including state amendments, controls.

XCare does not cover cosmetic defects. That includes paint, body panels, bumpers, door seals, weather stripping, and glass.

High voltage battery eligibility

At purchase, the vehicle must be within the current model year or the seven preceding model years, have fewer than 100,000 miles, and have a battery thermal management system. The claim must meet the contract’s battery breakdown and capacity requirements. A Model Y can qualify for Premium without qualifying for high-voltage battery coverage.

If you only want battery and drive unit protection, compare XCare Battery & Drive Unit Only with Tesla Battery ESA. Tesla Battery ESA is a separate purchase for eligible Model 3 and Model Y vehicles still within their original battery and drive unit warranty.

Coverage start and end

The expiration mileage in an XCare quote is the odometer limit for that contract. It is separate from the mileage at which you can buy the contract and from the purchase mileage requirement for high-voltage battery coverage.

Repair shops and authorization

Confirm that an independent shop can diagnose and repair the specific system, especially for high-voltage work. You may be responsible for inspection or teardown charges if the repair is not covered.

Roadside assistance

XCare lists towing, portable EV charging, flat-tire changes, fluid delivery, and lockout assistance. It also provides reimbursement for qualifying meals or lodging when a covered breakdown leaves your vehicle inoperable more than 100 miles from home, subject to contract terms. A tow gets your Model Y to a shop; the repair agreement determines whether the failed part is covered.

Cost and monthly payments

Paying for XCare through Affirm

Pay for XCare in full or apply to pay over time through Affirm. Tesla’s monthly ESA payment keeps a subscription active. Affirm payments repay the purchase of a fixed-term XCare contract. Your loan payment schedule and coverage term are separate.

Affirm financing is subject to eligibility. Review the cash price, APR, payment schedule, and total amount payable. Compare plans over the same ownership period, including financing charges.

Cancellation and transfer

Canceling XCare does not by itself settle an Affirm balance. Confirm who receives any refund and whether anything remains due. If you want the buyer to keep coverage, check transfer eligibility before canceling.

Starting a repair claim

Start your claim online with the XCare claim form. For Tesla repairs, your agreement also directs you to call 877-302-1715 before repairs begin to register the claim and get instructions. Have your contract number, current mileage, and a short description of the problem ready.

Once the shop identifies the failed part, the administrator reviews the diagnosis and estimate. Wait for authorization before approving the repair. If the repair is covered, you’re responsible for your deductible and any charges the agreement doesn’t cover.

Tesla Model Y warranty questions

Can I buy Tesla Vehicle ESA after the basic warranty expires?

Check the Tesla app before it expires. Eligibility depends on the vehicle and warranty status. Tesla describes an inspection requirement where applicable, and qualifying pre-owned coverage can affect when ESA starts.

Can I buy XCare for a used Model Y or one already out of warranty?

Yes. Eligible vehicles can qualify after factory coverage ends, including vehicles bought from a dealer or private seller. Vehicle age, mileage, title, and use restrictions apply.

Does a drop in range qualify as a battery claim?

A drop in estimated range alone doesn’t establish a covered battery breakdown. Tesla’s factory warranty has a capacity retention provision. XCare applies its own eligibility, breakdown, and capacity terms.

Can I buy XCare to cover a problem my Model Y already has?

No. A new contract excludes breakdowns that occurred before or during its 30-day waiting period.

Does XCare pay for routine maintenance?

No. XCare excludes routine maintenance and items such as brake pads, rotors, tires, and wheels.

Does XCare cover cosmetic defects?

No. XCare does not cover cosmetic defects of any kind, including paint, body panels, bumpers, door seals, weather stripping, and glass.

Can I restart Tesla Vehicle ESA after I cancel it?

Tesla says re-enrollment is available within the same billing cycle as cancellation. Don’t assume you can restart it months later.

Check your Model Y coverage options

Enter your model year, model, and current mileage to see the XCare plans, coverage limits, and pricing available for your vehicle.

XCare Premium is a vehicle service contract separate from Tesla’s factory warranty and service agreements. The agreement issued for your vehicle, including applicable state amendments, governs eligibility, covered failures, exclusions, deductibles, and benefits.