2015 Tesla Model S
VIN: 5YJSA1E14FF101183 | 2015 | Tesla, Inc. | FREMONT, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES (USA)
2015 Tesla Model S — 3 Phase A/C Induction (Single Motor), AWD/EV, Automatic. Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback.
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65/100
Safety & Recall Score: Fair
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Composite rating based on recalls, complaints, crash ratings, and vehicle age.
⚠ 9 open recalls (high)
⚠ Not yet NHTSA crash-rated
⚠ Partial VIN decode only
✓ Low complaint history
✓ Zero tailpipe emissions (EV)
✓ Excellent GHG score (10/10)
VIN Decoded
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- Type: PASSENGER CAR
- Body: Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback
- Plant: FREMONT, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES (USA)
NHTSA Recalls
9 Open Recalls- Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling all 2014-2016 Model S...
- Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016 Model S...
- Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012-2016 Tesla Model...
Owner Complaints
No complaints found- No complaint patterns found.
EV Economy
95 MPGe Combined- Range: 208 mi
- City: 94 MPGe
- Hwy: 97 MPGe
- Combined: 95 MPGe
Estimated Market Value
Based on vehicle age, class, trim & U.S. market conditions
Market estimate
$24,800–$32,900
Based on vehicle class, age, trim, and U.S. market trends. Verify with Kelley Blue Book or Edmunds for mileage-adjusted value.
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Technical Specifications
Vehicle Overview
VIN
5YJSA1E14FF101183
Model Year
2015
Make
Tesla
Model
Model S
Trim
Not available
Series
Not available
Body Style
Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
Doors
5
Seats
5
Seat Rows
Not available
Drive Type
AWD/EV
Fuel Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Engine
3 Phase A/C Induction (Single Motor)
Manufacturer
Tesla, Inc.
Plant Location
FREMONT, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES (USA)
Country of Origin
UNITED STATES (USA)
VIN Breakdown
Position 1 — Country
5 → United States
Position 2 — Manufacturer
Y → Tesla, Inc.
Position 3 — Vehicle Type
J → PASSENGER CAR
Positions 4–8 — Descriptor
SA1E1 → Model S Not available
Position 9 — Check Digit
4 → Check required
Position 10 — Model Year
F → 2015
Position 11 — Plant Code
F → FREMONT, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES (USA)
Positions 12–17 — Serial
101183 → Production sequence
Engine & Powertrain
Engine Model
3 Phase A/C Induction (Single Motor)
Engine Manufacturer
Not available
Cylinders
Not available
Displacement
Not available
Displacement CC
Not available
Displacement CI
Not available
Engine Config
Not available
Engine Cycles
Not available
Horsepower
Not available
Torque
Not available
Valve Train
Not available
Fuel Injection
Not available
Cooling System
Not available
Engine Brake HP
Not available
Turbocharger
Not available
Supercharger
Not available
Transmission Style
Not available
Transmission Speeds
Not available
Drive Type
AWD/EV
Electrification
BEV (Battery Electric Vehicle)
Fuel Type Primary
Electric
Fuel Type Secondary
Not available
Battery Type
Not available
EV Drive Unit
Single Motor
Fuel Economy & Environmental Impact
Fuel Type
Electric
Secondary Fuel
Not available
Combined MPGe
95 MPGe
EPA Range
208 mi
City MPGe
94 MPGe
Hwy MPGe
97 MPGe
City MPGe (Electric)
Not available
Hwy MPGe (Electric)
Not available
Annual Charging Cost
$800
5-Yr Charging Cost
$4,000
GHG Score
10/10
Smog Rating
Not available
CO₂ Emissions
0 g/mi
Barrels/Year
0.08
EV & Battery System
Electrification
BEV (Battery Electric Vehicle)
Battery Type
Not available
Battery kWh
Not available
Battery Voltage
Not available
Battery Current
Not available
Battery Packs
Not available
Battery Modules
Not available
Battery Cells
Not available
EV Drive Unit
Single Motor
Charger Level
Not available
EPA Electric Range
208 mi
kWh/100mi
35.5 kWh
Combined MPGe
Not available
Annual Cost
$800
Safety & Driver Assistance
ABS
Not available
ESC
Not available
Traction Control
Not available
TPMS
Standard (Federal Req.)
Forward Collision Warn
Not available
Lane Departure Warning
Not available
Lane Keep System
Not available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not available
Blind Spot Intervention
Not available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not available
Parking Assist
Not available
Dynamic Brake Support
Not available
Pedestrian AEB
Not available
Rear Auto Braking
Not available
Auto Reverse System
Not available
Daytime Running Lights
Not available
Adaptive Driving Beam
Not available
Keyless Ignition
Not available
Auto High Beams
Not available
Front Airbags
1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Side Airbags
1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Curtain Airbags
Unknown
Knee Airbags
1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Seat Belt Type
Manual
Pretensioner
Not available
Brake System
Not available
Steering Location
Left-Hand Drive (LHD)
Vehicle Dimensions & Weight
Wheelbase
Not available
Ground Clearance
Not available
Vehicle Length
Not available
Vehicle Width
Not available
Vehicle Height
Not available
Curb Weight
Not available
Track Width Front
Not available
Track Width Rear
Not available
GVWR
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Doors
5
Bed Length
Not available
Cab Type
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank
Not available
0–60 mph
Not available
Towing & Utility
GVWR
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Trailer Type
Not Applicable
Axles
Not available
Axle Config
Not available
Trailer Body
Not Applicable
Drive Type
AWD/EV
Wheels & Tires
Front Tire Type
Not available
Rear Tire Type
Not available
Front Wheel Size
Not available
Rear Wheel Size
Not available
Spare Tire Type
Not available
Spare Tire Size
Not available
TPMS
Standard (Federal Req.)
Wheel Material
Not available
Manufacturing & Identity
Manufacturer
Tesla, Inc.
Manufacturer ID
955
Make ID
441
Model ID
1685
Plant Company
Not available
Plant City
FREMONT
Plant State
CALIFORNIA
Plant Country
UNITED STATES (USA)
Plant ZIP
Not available
Dest. Market
Not available
Vehicle Descriptor
5YJSA1E1*FF
GVWR
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Recall & Safety Summary
Total Recalls
9
Recall Status
Active recalls found
Overall Risk Level
High Risk
ABS
Not available
ESC
Not available
Traction Control
Not available
EV Energy Metrics
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208 mi
EPA Range
⚡
95 MPGe
MPGe Combined
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35.5 kWh
kWh / 100 mi
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$800
Est. Annual Cost
Safety Ratings
Overall Rating
Not rated by NHTSA
Front Crash Rating
Not rated by NHTSA
Side Crash Rating
Not rated by NHTSA
Rollover Risk
Not rated by NHTSA
Safety Recalls
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling all 2014-2016 Model S vehicles equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating...
Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy: Tesla will notify owners, and Tesla Service Centers will replace the passenger frontal air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began May 29,...
PARKING BRAKE
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016 Model S and Model X vehicles. The electric parking brake calipers have an internal gear that may be improperly manufactured, possibly resulting in the gear fracturing during parking brake application or release.
Risk: If the gear breaks during parking brake release, the vehicle will not be able to be moved. If the gear breaks during parking brake...
Remedy: Tesla will notify owners, and service centers will replace both the left and right electric parking brake calipers, free of charge. The recall began...
STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012-2016 Tesla Model S vehicles equipped with Bosch steering racks. The aluminum bolts that attach the power steering gear assist motor to the gear housing may corrode and fracture causing a reduction or complete...
Risk: Loss of power steering assist would require a higher steering effort, especially at lower speeds, which may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Tesla will notify owners, and Tesla Service Centers will replace the steering gear mounting bolts and add a corrosion-preventative sealer, free of charge. The...
SEAT BELTS:FRONT
Tesla Motors, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 Model S vehicles manufactured May 31, 2012, to November 12, 2015. The affected vehicles are equipped with driver or front passenger seat belts that may be improperly connected to the...
Risk: If the seat belt is not correctly attached to the pretensioner, it may not properly restrain the seat occupant in the event of a...
Remedy: Tesla will notify owners, and service centers will inspect the driver and front passenger seat belts, correcting their connection, as necessary, free of charge....
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012-2018 Tesla Model S and 2016-2018 Model X vehicles with a center display equipped with a NVIDIA Tegra 3 processor and an 8GB eMMC NAND flash memory device. When the 8GB eMMC NAND flash...
Risk: The eMMC controller wear-out condition can cause the loss of the rearview camera display, defrost/defog control settings, and exterior turn signal lighting, reducing visibility...
Remedy: Owners should ensure their vehicles are operating firmware release 2020.48.48.12 or newer, which will alert owners if the eMMC is approaching lifetime wear. Tesla...
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2014-2021 Model S vehicles. The front trunk latch assembly may be misaligned, preventing the secondary hood latch from engaging. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety...
Risk: If the primary latch is inadvertently released and the secondary latch is not engaged, the hood could open unexpectedly, obstructing the driver's view and...
Remedy: Tesla Service will inspect and reposition the latch assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 18, 2022. Owners may...
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING:SOFTWARE
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling 2012-2023 Model S, 2016-2023 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles equipped with all versions of Autosteer leading up to the version(s) that contains the recall remedy. In certain circumstances when Autosteer...
Risk: In certain circumstances when Autosteer is engaged, and the driver does not maintain responsibility for vehicle operation and is unprepared to intervene as necessary...
Remedy: Tesla will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 10, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer...
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012-2023 Model S, 2016-2024 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, 2019-2024 Model Y, and 2024 Cybertruck vehicles. An incorrect font size is displayed on the instrument panel for the Brake, Park, and Antilock Brake System...
Risk: Warning lights with a smaller font size can make critical safety information on the instrument panel difficult to read, increasing the risk of a...
Remedy: Tesla began releasing an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall...
TSBs are manufacturer repair instructions issued to dealerships. They are not safety recalls. If you're experiencing an issue, ask your dealer if a TSB applies.
No bulletins found
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Finance & Cost Estimates
🔧 Service & Parts for this 2015 Tesla Model S
$1,770/yr
Estimated Annual Insurance (national avg — varies by driver, location & coverage)
5-Year Cost of Ownership (estimate)
Insurance (5yr)
$8,850
Maintenance (5yr)
$5,000
5-Yr Charging Cost (EPA)
$4,000
Depreciation (5yr est.)
$16,450
⚡ Federal EV Tax Credit Eligibility
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New Vehicle Credit (IRS §30D)
$4,000
Used Vehicle Credit (IRS §25E)
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Owner Complaints
No complaints found
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Maintenance Schedule
Due Now
Cabin Air Filter
Every 15,000 mi
Affects HVAC and range efficiency
Current
Tire Rotation
Every 7,500–10,000 mi
EVs are heavier — tires wear faster
Due Now
Brake Fluid Flush
Every 2 years
Even with regen braking, fluid absorbs moisture over time
Due Soon
Battery Health Check
Every 12 months
Check state of health and charging patterns
Due Now
Coolant System Flush
Every 5 years
EV battery thermal management system
Due Now
Suspension Inspection
Every 30,000 mi
Heavier EVs stress suspension components more
This schedule is a general reference based on make, model year, and powertrain. Always follow your owner's manual for exact intervals.
Additional Tools & Information
Estimated depreciation for this 2015 TESLA Model S based on vehicle class and age. Verify with KBB or Edmunds for mileage-adjusted value.
2015
$28,900
2016
$25,400
-12%
2017
$22,500
-22%
2018
$19,700
-32%
Estimates based on vehicle class averages. Actual values vary by mileage, condition, and location.
Estimated annual cost to own this vehicle at average U.S. driving conditions.
Insurance
$1,770/yr
25%
Maintenance
$1,000/yr
14%
Fuel/Energy
$800/yr
11%
Depreciation
$3,290/yr
46%
Registration
$250/yr
4%
Estimated Total Annual Cost
$7,110/yr
National averages. Registration varies by state. Does not include parking, tolls, or loan interest.
5.8
/ 10
Rank #20 overall
65 issues / 100 vehicles
Tesla Reliability
Tesla scores poorly in traditional reliability surveys (fit/finish, paint, trim) but drivetrain reliability is strong. OTA updates resolve many issues.
Use this checklist to track which recalls have been resolved. All recall repairs are free at authorized dealerships.
07/01/2019
19/04/2017
29/03/2018
23/11/2015
29/01/2021
21/12/2021
12/12/2023
30/01/2024
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Front Tires
32 PSI
See door jamb
Rear Tires
32 PSI
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Spare Tire
60 PSI
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Rotation Pattern Guide
FWD: Front to rear straight, rear cross to front
RWD: Rear to front straight, front cross to rear
AWD/4WD: Full X-pattern every 5,000–7,500 mi
Staggered: Side-to-side only if non-directional tires
Recommended rotation interval: every 7,500–10,000 miles. EVs are heavier and wear tires faster — check tread monthly.
❄ Winter Prep
✓ Check antifreeze concentration (minimum -34°F protection)
✓ Test battery — cold temps reduce capacity 30–60%
✓ Verify tire tread depth (4/32" minimum for snow traction)
✓ Service AWD/4WD differential and transfer case fluids
✓ Replace wiper blades and refill washer fluid (-20°F rated)
✓ Test heater, front/rear defroster, and heated seats if equipped
✓ EV range drops 20–40% in cold — plan charging stops accordingly
☀ Summer Prep
✓ Check coolant level and test radiator cap pressure seal
✓ Inspect serpentine belt for cracking or glazing
✓ Test A/C system output and replace cabin air filter if needed
✓ Check tire pressure — heat increases PSI (recheck cold in a.m.)
✓ Inspect brake pads and rotors before summer road trips
✓ Pre-condition battery cabin before long highway drives
✓ Top off all fluids: brake, power steering, coolant, washer
Original Tesla Factory Warranty
Basic / Bumper-to-Bumper
4yr/50k
Powertrain
8yr/150k
Corrosion / Rust
12yr/unlimited
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✓ No specific known issues found for the 2015 TESLA Model S in our database. Low complaint count supports good reliability.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does VIN 5YJSA1E14FF101183 decode to?
VIN 5YJSA1E14FF101183 decodes to a 2015 TESLA Model S, assembled in FREMONT, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES (USA).
How many recalls does this 2015 TESLA Model S have?
This 2015 TESLA Model S has 9 open recalls on record with NHTSA. Recalls are safety-related and should be resolved by a dealership at no charge to the owner.
Is it safe to buy a 2015 TESLA Model S with open recalls?
Open recalls don't necessarily mean the vehicle is unsafe to drive, but they should be addressed promptly. Contact a TESLA dealer with this VIN to confirm which recalls have been completed and schedule any outstanding repairs — they are always free of charge.
What is the estimated value of this 2015 TESLA Model S?
Based on vehicle age, body type, trim level, and U.S. market data, this 2015 TESLA Model S is estimated at $24,800–$32,900. Verify with Kelley Blue Book or Edmunds for a precise appraisal based on mileage and condition.
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According to EPA data, the 2015 TESLA Model S gets approximately 95 MPG combined (94 city / 97 highway). Estimated annual fuel cost is $800.
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