What Starter Motor Fits a 2024 Tesla Model S?
What decides starter motor fit on the 2024 Tesla Model S, where to find your VIN, and how to replace it.
VinSnap does not have a verified starter motor part number for the 2024 Tesla Model S yet. Which starter motor fits depends on the engine and gearbox, the power rating, the pinion tooth count and the mounting pattern, so compare those on the part you are replacing. The 2024 Model S was built with 44 engine variants (), so the right starter motor depends on which one yours has. The 17-character VIN is on the driver-side dashboard at the base of the windshield and on the sticker in the driver’s door jamb; it identifies the exact engine and trim.
Last updated: · Source: aftermarket parts catalogue (engines)
2024 Tesla Model S starter motor: key facts
| Verified part number | None on file yet |
|---|---|
| Engine variants (2024) | 44, |
| Fit is decided by | The engine and gearbox, the power rating, the pinion tooth count and the mounting pattern |
| NHTSA recalls: electrical system | None of 6 on record |
| DIY | Advanced DIY (access varies widely) |
Sources: aftermarket parts catalogue (engines), NHTSA recalls.
Starter Motor: what it does & when to replace it
The starter motor cranks the engine to get it running. Failure signs include a single click (or rapid clicking) when you turn the key, intermittent no-start, or a grinding noise during starting. A starter that works when cold but fails when hot is a classic sign of an aging unit. Replacement difficulty varies dramatically by vehicle — some starters are easily accessible, others are buried under the intake. Confirm the battery and connections are good first, since a weak battery mimics a bad starter. Often a job better suited to an experienced DIYer or a shop.
DIY difficulty: Advanced DIY (access varies widely). Always confirm the correct part for your exact build by VIN before buying.
Which engine does your 2024 Tesla Model S have?
The 2024 Tesla Model S was sold with 44 engine variants, and the correct starter motor can differ between them. This is the single thing a year/make/model dropdown cannot tell you.
| Engine | Fuel | Cylinders | Years |
|---|---|---|---|
| 60 385 hp | Electric | — | 2014–now |
| 70D AWD 334 hp | Electric | — | 2015–now |
| 70D AWD 525 hp | Electric | — | 2015–now |
| 70 388 hp | Electric | — | 2015–now |
| 70 320 hp | Electric | — | 2015–now |
| P90D AWD 471 hp | Electric | — | 2015–now |
| P90D AWD 540 hp | Electric | — | 2015–now |
| 90D AWD 422 hp | Electric | — | 2015–now |
| 75 388 hp | Electric | — | 2016–now |
| 75D AWD 525 hp | Electric | — | 2016–now |
| 60D AWD 525 hp | Electric | — | 2014–now |
| 60 388 hp | Electric | — | 2013–now |
| P100D AWD 772 hp | Electric | — | 2016–now |
| 60D AWD 334 hp | Electric | — | 2016–now |
| 60 320 hp | Electric | — | 2016–now |
| 75 320 hp | Electric | — | 2016–now |
| 100D AWD 422 hp | Electric | — | 2017–now |
| 75D AWD 333 hp | Electric | — | 2016–now |
| 90D AWD 525 hp | Electric | — | 2015–now |
| 100D AWD 525 hp | Electric | — | 2017–now |
| P100D AWD 612 hp | Electric | — | 2016–now |
| P90D AWD 772 hp | Electric | — | 2015–now |
| 60 302 hp | Electric | — | 2014–now |
| EV AWD 1100 hp | Electric | — | 2020–now |
| EV AWD 662 hp | Electric | — | 2019–now |
| EV AWD 785 hp | Electric | — | 2019–now |
| 100D AWD 700 hp | Electric | — | 2017–now |
| 75 476 hp | Electric | — | 2017–now |
| EV AWD 796 hp | Electric | — | 2019–now |
| EV AWD 573 hp | Electric | — | 2020–now |
| EV AWD 562 hp | Electric | — | 2019–now |
| 90 388 hp | Electric | — | 2015–now |
| 70 476 hp | Electric | — | 2017–now |
| EV AWD 815 hp | Electric | — | 2020–now |
| EV AWD 772 hp | Electric | — | 2019–now |
| EV AWD 525 hp | Electric | — | 2019–now |
| 60 476 hp | Electric | — | 2017–now |
| EV AWD 670 hp | Electric | — | 2021–now |
| Plaid AWD 1020 hp | Electric | — | 2021–now |
| EV AWD 443 hp | Electric | — | 2019–now |
| EV AWD 604 hp | Electric | — | 2019–now |
| EV AWD 1033 hp | Electric | — | 2021–now |
| P90D AWD 469 hp | Electric | — | 2015–now |
| EV AWD 685 hp | Electric | — | 2023–now |
Engine variants catalogued for this model (parts catalogue), filtered to those built around 2024. We hold catalogued part numbers for the base engine only — decode your VIN and we resolve your exact engine, then the exact part. Full dimensions and specifications for this vehicle are on the 2024 Tesla Model S overview.
How to replace the starter motor on a 2024 Tesla Model S
- 1Confirm the battery and connections are good first — a weak battery mimics a bad starter.
- 2Disconnect the battery negative terminal.
- 3Locate the starter (often low on the engine/transmission bellhousing) and disconnect its wiring, noting positions.
- 4Unbolt and remove the old starter, supporting its weight as the last bolt comes out.
- 5Fit the new starter, torque the bolts, reconnect the wiring and battery, and test-start.
⚠ Access varies dramatically — some starters are buried under the intake and are a shop job.
These are general steps for the electrical category. Exact fastener locations, torque values, and the correct part number depend on your 2024 Tesla Model S’s build — confirm by VIN before you start.
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What starter motor fits a 2024 Tesla Model S?
VinSnap has no verified starter motor part number for the 2024 Tesla Model S yet. Match on the engine and gearbox, the power rating, the pinion tooth count and the mounting pattern; the 17-character VIN is on the driver-side dashboard at the base of the windshield and on the sticker in the driver’s door jamb, and it pins down the engine and trim.
How often should the starter motor on a 2024 Tesla Model S be replaced?
The starter motor cranks the engine to get it running. Failure signs include a single click (or rapid clicking) when you turn the key, intermittent no-start, or a grinding noise during starting. VinSnap has no manufacturer-specific interval on file for the 2024 Tesla Model S; the owner’s manual has the official schedule.
Can I replace the starter motor on a 2024 Tesla Model S myself?
Advanced DIY (access varies widely). Allow about 1–3 hours. Tools: socket set + extensions, torque wrench, multimeter. Access varies dramatically — some starters are buried under the intake and are a shop job.