MY $6000 OUT OF WARRANTY TESLA MODEL Y REPAIR

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The reviewer details a significant out-of-warranty repair costing over $6,000 on their 2020 Tesla Model Y. The issue involved a damaged front right axle and drive unit casing, which Tesla attributed to improper installation of aftermarket coilover suspension. The reviewer disputes this, suggesting the damage likely occurred from previous incidents like being jumped or hitting a curb, but Tesla's easy scapegoat of the third-party modification prevented a warranty claim. Despite the high cost and frustration, the reviewer views this as a business expense related to using the car on Turo, highlighting the risks of renting out vehicles and the complications introduced by aftermarket parts. While acknowledging the car's overall good performance, the numerous issues, including two rear-end collisions and a battery replacement, have led the reviewer to consider selling this particular 'cursed' Model Y.