Tesla Model 3 Nightmare: Hardware Failure and Battery Drain

The author's purchase of a Tesla Model 3 manufactured in late 2024 turned into a nightmare. Multiple features, including cameras, GPS, autopilot, and software updates, failed due to a hardware fault in the new onboard computer. Worse, the car experienced an 8% daily battery drain, and issues with braking and suspension systems were also reported. Tesla acknowledged some faults but refused a penalty-free return, offering only a solution of a part replacement in three months. The author was forced to stop driving and urges other Tesla owners to be wary of this issue.