Tesla Model 3: Serial Numbers
Tesla labels or engraves serial numbers on its parts. Tesla serial numbers are 14 digits and alphanumeric. Tesla serial numbers are encoded.
Use this system to decode a Tesla serial number:
Digits 1-3
| Build Site Code | |
|---|---|
| *** = Unique 3 character code assigned by Tesla to each part manufacturing site producing parts for Tesla. Use of "T" as digit 1 is reserved for Tesla manufacturing sites. | |
| TG1 = Tesla Gigafactory 1 | |
| TFR = Tesla Fremont |
Digits 4-5
|
Build Year |
|
|---|---|
| 17 = 2017 | |
| 18 = 2018 | |
| ** = Last 2 numbers of the year (2019, 2020, etc.) |
Digits 6-8
| Build Day | |
|---|---|
| 001 = January 1st | |
| 365 = December 31st (non-leap year) | |
| ** = Day of the year |
Digits 9-14
| Unique ID Code | |
|---|---|
| ****** = Comprised of 6 alphanumeric characters, numbers 0-9 and capital letters A-Z. Format is not dictated and may use these digits in any way. Sequential incrementing is not required. |
For example, the serial number TFR170081A7115 encodes this information:
- xxxxxxxxxxx
The build site was Tesla Fremont
- xxxxxxxxxxxx
Built in 2017
- xxxxxxxxxxx
Built on January 8th
- xxxxxxxx
Unique ID code of "1A7115"
Drive Unit Number
The drive unit number is enscribed on the inverter casting (left side of the drive unit) and is also printed on a label that is affixed to the top of the motor.
Manufacturing Certification Label
A manufacturing certification label is affixed to the driver side door jamb.
Vehicle Paint Codes
The vehicle paint code is printed in the lower left hand corner of the manufacturing certification label. This label is affixed to the driver door jamb.
| Paint Code | Paint Color |
|---|---|
| PBSB | Solid Black |
| PMNG | Midnight Silver Metallic |
| PPSB | Deep Blue Metallic |
| PMSS | Silver Metallic |
| PPSW | Pearl White Multi-Coat |
| PPMR | Red Multi-Coat |
Wheel paint codes:
|
Paint Code |
Paint Color |
Applicable Wheel Size |
|---|---|---|
|
NEU-219e |
Magneto Metallic Shadow |
18" |
|
NEU-107e |
Sonic Silver |
19" |
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