Model X Battery Drain

[perfectdocky]

Just got a used 2018 Model X with about 22k miles on it. The range is way worse than it should be - only about 200 miles on an 80% charge. Tesla’s saying I need a new battery and it’s gonna cost a ton, even though it’s under warranty. They’re blaming overcharging, but I just bought it a few months ago! Anyone else run into this crap?

 

[martys]

Did you ask if it's covered under warranty? That's very unfortunate.

 

[Carly]

Just got a used 2018 Model X with about 22k miles on it. The range is way worse than it should be - only about 200 miles on an 80% charge. Tesla’s saying I need a new battery and it’s gonna cost a ton, even though it’s under warranty. They’re blaming overcharging, but I just bought it a few months ago! Anyone else run into this crap?

A few friends with older Model Xs have had similar range issues, and it often turned out to be battery calibration problems rather than needing a full replacement.

 

[DonaldnotTrump]

Just got a used 2018 Model X with about 22k miles on it. The range is way worse than it should be - only about 200 miles on an 80% charge. Tesla’s saying I need a new battery and it’s gonna cost a ton, even though it’s under warranty. They’re blaming overcharging, but I just bought it a few months ago! Anyone else run into this crap?

if it’s under warranty, you shouldn’t have to pay for a new battery. I am wondering, have you tried pushing back on Tesla about the overcharging claim and providing any documentation from your purchase?

 

[Argon_Fast]

Just got a used 2018 Model X with about 22k miles on it. The range is way worse than it should be - only about 200 miles on an 80% charge. Tesla’s saying I need a new battery and it’s gonna cost a ton, even though it’s under warranty. They’re blaming overcharging, but I just bought it a few months ago! Anyone else run into this crap?

My old car had something similar, I bought it used and found out the battery was on its last legs shortly after. It felt like a hidden cost I wasn't prepared for. I hope you get it sorted out without breaking the bank.

 

[Aznar2005]

I'd sell it if I were you. You can probably get a good price for it now.

 

[Thomas1800]

Just got a used 2018 Model X with about 22k miles on it. The range is way worse than it should be - only about 200 miles on an 80% charge. Tesla’s saying I need a new battery and it’s gonna cost a ton, even though it’s under warranty. They’re blaming overcharging, but I just bought it a few months ago! Anyone else run into this crap?

That sounds like a total headache! Tesla should totally cover it under warranty if it’s under that, especially with those low miles. Overcharging claims are tricky, though, hopefully, they’ll reconsider once you push back. Keep pressing them, and maybe get a second opinion from an indie shop while you're at it!