Disclaimers
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DisclaimersVehicle Telematics/Data Recorders
This vehicle is equipped with electronic
modules that monitor and record data from
various vehicle systems, including the motor,
Battery, braking and electrical systems. The
electronic modules record information about
various driving and vehicle conditions,
including braking, acceleration, trip and other
related information regarding your vehicle.
These modules also record information about
the vehicle’s features such as charging events
and status, the enabling/disabling of various
systems, diagnostic trouble codes, VIN, speed,
direction and location.
The data is stored by the vehicle and may be
accessed, used and stored by Tesla service
technicians during vehicle servicing or
periodically transmitted to Tesla wirelessly
through the vehicle’s telematics system. This
data may be used by Tesla for various purposes,
including, but not limited to: providing you with
Tesla telematics services; troubleshooting;
evaluation of your vehicle’s quality,
functionality and performance; analysis and
research by Tesla and its partners for the
improvement and design of our vehicles and
systems; and as otherwise may be required by
law. In servicing your vehicle, we can potentially
resolve issues remotely simply by reviewing
your vehicle’s data log.
Tesla’s telematics system wirelessly transmits
vehicle information to Tesla on a periodic basis.
The data is used as described above and helps
ensure the proper maintenance of your vehicle.
Additional Model S features may use your
vehicle’s telematics system and the information
provided, including features such as charging
reminders, software updates, and remote
access to, and control of, various systems of
your vehicle.
Tesla does not disclose the data recorded in
your vehicle to any third party except when:
• An agreement or consent from the vehicle’s
owner (or the leasing company for a leased
vehicle) is obtained.
• Officially requested by the police or other
authorities.
• Used as a defense for Tesla in a lawsuit.
• Ordered by a court of law. •
Used for research purposes without
disclosing details of the vehicle owner or
identification information.
• Disclosed to a Tesla affiliated company,
including their successors or assigns, or our
information systems and data management
providers.
In addition, Tesla does not disclose the data
recorded to an owner unless it pertains to a
non-warranty repair service and in this case,
will disclose only the data that is related to the
repair.
Quality Control
You might notice a few miles/kms on the
odometer when you take delivery of your
Model S. This is a result of a comprehensive
testing process that ensures the quality of your
Model S.
The testing process includes extensive
inspections during and after production. The
final inspection takes place at Tesla Motors and
includes a road test conducted by a Tesla
technician.
California Proposition 65
WARNING: Certain vehicle components
contain or emit chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm. In addition,
certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain
products of component wear contain or emit
chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
WARNING: Certain components of this
vehicle such as airbag modules and seat
belt pre-tensioners may contain Perchlorate
Material. Special handling may be required for
service or vehicle end of life disposal. See
http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
WARNING: Battery posts, terminals, and
related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds. Wash hands after handling.
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Warranty (North America)
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• Overloading the vehicle;
• Using the vehicle as a stationary power source; and
The environment or an act of God, including, but not limited to, exposure to sunlight, airborne
chemicals, tree sap, animal or inse ct droppings, road debris (including stone chips), industry fallout,
rail dust, salt, hail, floods, wind storms, acid rain, fire, water, contamination, lightning and other
environmental conditions.
Additional Limitations and Exclusions
In addition to the above exclusions and limitati ons, this New Vehicle Limited Warranty does not
cover any of the following:
• Any corrosion or paint defects including, but not limited to, the following:
•Corrosion from defects in non-Tesla manufactured or supplied materials or workmanship
causing perforation (holes) in body panels or the chassis from the inside out;
• Surface or cosmetic corrosion causing perforation in body panels or the chassis from the
outside in, such as stone chips or scratches; and
• Corrosion and paint defects caused by, due to or resulting from accidents, paint matching,
abuse, neglect, improper maintenance or operation of the vehicle, installation of an accessory,
exposure to chemical substances, or damages resu lting from an act of God or nature, fire, or
improper storage;
• Non-genuine Tesla parts or accessories or their inst allation, or any damage directly or indirectly
caused by, due to or resulting from the installation or use of non-genuine Tesla parts or
accessories:
• Certain individual items associated with the vehicle, including, but not limited to the tires, Mobile
Connector, High Power Wall Connector, any future connectors, and related charging adapters,
which have separate warranties subject to their own terms and conditions;
• W i n d s h i e l d o r w i n d ow g l a s s t h a t i s b ro ke n , c h i p p e d , s c rat c h e d , o r c ra c ke d , o t h e r t h a n a s a re s u l t
of a defect in material or workmanship of a Tesla manufactured or supplied windshield or
window glass;
• General appearance or normal noise and vibration, including, but not limited to, brake squeal,
general knocks, creaks, rattles, and wind and road vibration; and
• Maintenance services, including, but not limited to, the following:
•Standard 12 month or 12,500 mile service and diagnostics checks;
• Wheel alignment or balancing;
• Appearance care (such as cleaning and polishing); and
• Expendable maintenance items (such as wiper blades/inserts, brake pads/linings, filters, etc.).
Vo i d e d Wa r ra n t y
You are responsible for the proper operation of the vehicle and for receiving and maintaining
detailed and accurate records of your vehicle’s maintenance, including the 17-digit Vehicle
Identification Number (“VIN”), servicing center name and address, mileage, date of service or
maintenance and description of service or maintena nce items, which should be transferred to each
subsequent purchaser. You may void this New Vehicle Limited Warranty if you do not follow the
specific instructions and recommendations regardin g the use and operation of the vehicle provided
in your Model S owner documentation, including, but not limited to:
• Complying with any recall advisories;
• Carrying passengers and cargo with in specified load limits; and
• Making all repairs.
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