2021 Tesla Model 3 Maintenance Schedule
Here are the 2021 Tesla Model 3's service intervals, drawn from the manufacturer's published maintenance schedule — the key services, when each is due, and what each one does. Add your Tesla Model 3to your free BoxKitz garage to track exactly what's due based on your mileage and build a parts kit with price comparisons.
Service intervals
Electric vehicle — no oil changes, spark plugs, or transmission fluid. Maintenance is minimal.
| Service | Every (km / mi) | Or every |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rotation | 10,000 km / 6,250 miOr whenever tread depth differs by 2/32 in (1.5 mm) — an EV's most frequent service, thanks to instant torque. | — |
| Cabin Air Filter | —Every 2 years. | 24 months |
| HEPA / Carbon Filters | —Every 3 years, on cars fitted with the HEPA / Bioweapon Defense filter. | 36 months |
| Brake Fluid | —Health check every 4 years; replace only if needed — there's no routine flush like a gas car. | 48 months |
| A/C Desiccant Bag | —Model Y: every 4 years. Model 3 (2017–2023, no heat pump): every 6 years. | — |
| Brake Caliper Service | —Clean & lubricate every 12 months or 20,000 km / 12,500 mi in cold-climate / road-salt regions. | 12 months |
Source: Tesla Vehicle Maintenance recommendations. Intervals are for normal service; severe-service driving shortens many of them.
Estimated annual maintenance cost
Here's roughly what it costs to keep a 2021 Tesla Model 3 on its scheduled maintenance — doing it yourself versus paying a shop. Drag the slider to match how much you drive.
20,000 km (~12,500 mi) / year
Do it yourself
$10–$30
parts & fluids / year
At a shop
$110–$230
parts & labor / year
You save
~$80–$220
per year, DIY
See the breakdown
| Cabin Air Filter | every 2 yrs | $10–$20/yr |
| Brake Fluid | every 4 yrs | $5–$10/yr |
| Tire Rotation | 2.0×/yr | $0–$0/yr |
| Brake Caliper Service | 1.0×/yr | $0–$0/yr |
Rough estimates in CAD for scheduled-maintenance parts and fluids, based on typical prices — not live retailer quotes, and your costs will vary. Wear/replacement items (brakes, tires, battery) and diagnostics aren't included.
Fluids & capacities
Capacities are "with filter" and vary by engine — check your Tesla Model 3's engine option below.
| Engine oil | None — electric drivetrain, no oil changes |
| Brake fluid | DOT 3Tested every 4 years; replaced only if needed. |
| Coolant | Tesla-approved ethylene-glycol (G-48)Battery / powertrain coolant — not on a routine service interval. |
| Drive unit fluid | Filled for life |
Confirm the grade and capacity against your owner's manual before servicing — figures can differ by trim, drivetrain and market.
What each service does
Tire Rotation
With heavy instant torque and battery weight, tire rotation is the single most important routine service on a Tesla.
Cabin Air Filter
Filters dust and pollen from the cabin air.
HEPA / Carbon Filters
The premium HEPA and carbon filters, where equipped, are replaced every 3 years.
Brake Fluid
Tesla tests brake fluid condition every 4 years rather than flushing on a fixed schedule.
A/C Desiccant Bag
The air-conditioning desiccant keeps moisture out of the climate system.
Brake Caliper Service
In salted-road climates, the calipers need periodic cleaning and lubrication to prevent seizing.
These intervals are drawn from the 2021 Tesla Model 3's manufacturer maintenance schedule for normal service. Your vehicle's owner's manual remains the final authority, especially for "severe service" conditions like towing, short trips or dusty roads. BoxKitz links you straight to the manufacturer's manual and live recall data once you add the vehicle.
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