Tesla Model S|X

Door Handle Repair

The touch activated recessed Model S door handles are a signature Tesla innovation. Although an expensive add-on, this accessory is one of the first impressions, which starts the “Wow” factor so common to Tesla cars. These sub-assemblies are more complex than a mechanical door assembly, and as a result, require periodic maintenance.

Remanufactured Assembly

$255

Assembly & Installation

$375

What makes this item fail

The Tesla Model S has a recurring issue with the door handle especially on the earlier cars which are now increasingly out of warranty. One of three faults occur:

  • The handle is not presenting, stays flush to the door, is slightly raised, and makes a whirring or clunking noise
  • The door handle presents fine, but when you pull the handle, it is not unlocking the door
  • The door handle fails to retract

Our re-manufacturing process includes a number of replacements and improvements:

The biggest difference comes from the (significantly) reduced latency on LTE networks. This is particularly true for map downloads.

  • The gear pawl is upgraded to a solid steel version instead of cast aluminum
  • The microswitches are all modified with strain relief

We sell re-manufactured door assemblies, and can install them for you. As always, our Tech Support lines are staffed and available for assistance.

Tesla Service Center

Gruber Motor Company is an independent Electric Vehicle Service Center specializing in Tesla vehicles. Electric Vehicles are a developing transportation method. A new breed of Automotive Service Centers are emerging that more closely resemble electronics and software engineering labs. Gruber Motor Company has decades long experience servicing Critical Power equipment which is the same fundamental technology now found in Electric Cars.

Housed in an 8000 sq’ state of the art Service Center, we schedule you right in. We believe in old fashioned customer service, always ready to exceed your expectations. We can also handle low tech auto – tires, brakes, detailing, powder coating, clear bra, paint, and much more.

We are proud of our EV Service Center of the Future

Our EV Lab is where Software and Electronics repairs take place

Gruber Motor Company
203 West Lone Cactus
Phoenix, Arizona 85027
EV@GRUBER>COM

602-863-2655 X500

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