Streamed from the official YouTube channel Rich Rebuilds .
TESLA WANTED $16,000 TO FIX THIS NEW MODEL 3, WE DID IT FOR $700! THE IMPORTANCE OF RIGHT TO REPAIR!
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This video highlights a critical issue for EV owners: the exorbitant cost of repairs and the "Right to Repair" movement. The reviewer details a case where a brand new Tesla Model 3 sustained minor damage to a coolant tube, leading Tesla to quote a staggering $16,000 for a full battery replacement. The owner, unable to afford this or get insurance coverage, turned to Electrified Garage. The shop successfully repaired the broken nipple on the battery pack's coolant line for approximately $700 by using a clever plumbing-based solution. The video strongly criticizes Tesla's approach of assembly replacement over component repair, emphasizing that such practices make EVs inaccessible for many. It serves as a powerful awareness piece for the importance of third-party repair options and the need for manufacturers to support them.
Vehicle Specs
| Brand | Tesla |
|---|---|
| Model | Model 3 |
| Year | 2023 |
| Drivetrain | RWD |
