Tesla Model S 2016 (Facelift) Category S (Salvage)

[BuffUpdate]

Greetings,

I recently purchased a Tesla Model S Cat S with complimentary supercharging at 69,000 miles, however I failed to conduct prior study on the complications associated with salvage vehicles. The vehicle was rear-ended five years ago and subsequently fixed.


Tesla has notified me that the vehicle will be prohibited from utilising the Tesla Supercharger network.
The vehicle will never be capable of utilising Full Self Drive.
Tesla will refrain from doing any services or upgrades on the car.

The customer support representative informed me that an inspection process is possible, but it exceeds £1,000 and is not deemed worthwhile.

I was unaware of this earlier since the prior owner had 'unlocked' software functions on the vehicle, including reactivating the supercharger.

I currently desire the MCU2 upgrade for my Tesla, as my screen is exceedingly sluggish.

Does anyone possess additional information regarding this inspection, its actual cost, and any alternate options available to me?

Additionally, any information regarding the 'unlock' performed by the prior owner would be appreciated. This may be a sensitive subject, so please feel free to send me a private message.

[Markwe]

1) Continuously, following examination, they will restore functionality (or activate it through root access, which you likely possess).
False
3) False. They will not engage with any high-voltage components until a separate inspection is conducted. However, various mechanical and 12V systems are permissible.


Inspection costs differ by region, but $1,000 seems reasonable (you did purchase a less expensive vehicle by acquiring a salvage title, correct? Thus, it is a little expense).
If you upgrade to MCU2, you will lose the Supercharger 'hack' now available and will be required to undergo that inspection.

[KnightNewscast]

2) Almost definitely accurate in the UK, akin to all other Teslas 🙂

[Markwe]

Perhaps the UK is unique. That discussion does not reference salvage vehicles. Is your assertion pertaining to salvage autos specifically or to all vehicles in general?
 

[RosaStyle]

FSD holds minimal significance in the UK, whether applied to salvaged vehicles or otherwise. Consequently, the quantity of individuals pursuing legal recourse to reclaim their funds. If the original poster intends to expend £1,000 just for Full Self-Driving, I would strongly recommend they allocate those funds towards illicit substances and escorts instead. Increased likelihood of reaching your target 🙂

[Markwe]

Approximately 1,000 is solely allocated for high-voltage inspection and supercharger reactivation, unrelated to full self-driving. Thank you for the perspective on the UK.

[Thenornpo]

... irony. He was jesting due to the absence of access to the purported FSD in the UK, particularly not anticipating the utilisation of their vehicle as a Robotaxi. Unrelated to salvage

[CrawlerTagz]

Your assertion is accurate. The UK lacks Full Self-Driving (FSD) capabilities equivalent to those in the US; so, acquiring it merely enhances the Enhanced Autopilot (EAP) with traffic light recognition and offers no more features. This indicates that it functions solely on the motorway (highway).


Tesla's Full Self-Driving (FSD) and other autonomous driving technologies have yet to achieve certification, anticipated in 2026, after which they would be activated via a software update.

The Tesla Service representative indicated that the recent policy includes the disabling of Full Self-Driving (FSD) capabilities for salvage vehicles, in addition to revoking access to the Supercharger network.

I am uncertain about the features that may be lost if I upgrade to MCU2, as the previous owner does not recall what was unlocked on the car over five years ago.

How can I establish contact with an individual capable of rooting MCU2?

[Markwe]

Rooting the MCU2 is exceedingly difficult and necessitates physical access.
Your optimal course of action is to direct message LayZ, as he is the expert in this domain.
There may be a method to modify certain gateway configurations, however I have been informed that it is only feasible for pre-2020 MCU2 models.


Furthermore, Full Self-Driving (FSD) is now accessible for MCU1, so it may be feasible to install and activate it; however, I am uncertain. It is new information to me that it is disabled for salvage vehicles, which could be a European policy.

[CrawlerTagz]

Thank you. I am unable to send direct messages due to the novelty of my account. If you are present

I will collect a wiper motor tomorrow, and it appears that an eMMC replacement has been included in the task due to a recall. Should I be concerned about my device getting rooted?