Dangerous Steering & ABS Warning Signs in Tesla S1

Having experienced similar issues with my 2019 S3, these symptoms point to a potential tire sensor malfunction combined with possible wheel alignment problems. Last month, my tire monitoring system showed inconsistent readings despite normal pressure when checked with a tire gauge. The mechanic found a faulty tire pressure sensor that was sending incorrect signals to the system. This triggered both tire pressure warnings and affected the ABS system, as they are interconnected. The steering wheel shake and increased steering effort often indicate alignment issues or possibly a failing wheel bearing. In my case, after replacing the defective tire sensor, they also discovered uneven tire wear due to misalignment, which explained the vibration. These symptoms should not be ignored, as they affect both safety and handling. The ABS warning light particularly needs immediate attention since it impacts your braking system reliability. For diagnosis, start with: 1. Professional tire pressure sensor check 2. Wheel alignment inspection 3. ABS system diagnostic scan 4. Wheel bearing examination While tire pressure issues alone can cause some of these symptoms, the combination you describe suggests multiple related problems that need professional diagnosis. Based on experience, this requires specialized diagnostic equipment to properly identify all contributing factors.

I know exactly what you mean. Had the same thing with my S1 last winter, tire monitoring system going crazy and wheel vibration too. The mechanic found an air leak plus a failing tire sensor that was messing with the ABS readings. They also spotted uneven tire wear during the fix. Did the issue stay resolved for you? And would you mind sharing what the repair cost was? Just curious since my repair bill came to around 350 Euro, but I have heard others paid different amounts depending on what exactly needed fixing.

After getting the valve replaced by my mechanic for 280 Euro, the tire pressure warning completely stopped. The faulty valve was causing an intermittent air leak that confused the tire monitoring system and triggered those ABS warnings. All the tire pressure readings have been stable since the repair, and the steering feels normal again. The punctured tire issue turned out to be connected to everything else, once they fixed the leaking valve and properly inflated tires, the whole system started working as intended. My repair cost was lower than yours since they only needed to replace the valve rather than dealing with multiple issues. Just having properly functioning tire sensors makes such a difference in how the car handles. No more low tire warnings or ABS lights popping up out of nowhere. If you maintain steady tire pressure now, that should prevent similar problems from recurring.

After reading your input, I finally got my car fixed last week. Took it to a new mechanic shop with better reviews. Turns out there was a slow air leak in one tire and a completely failed tire sensor in another. That explains why my gauge readings seemed fine but the system kept showing warnings. The flat tire was causing uneven wear which led to the steering wheel shake. They replaced both faulty sensors, fixed the air leak, and did an alignment. Total came to 420 Euro but at least all the warning lights are gone and the steering feels normal again. The mechanic explained that the faulty tire sensor was triggering false ABS warnings because the systems are connected. Makes sense now why everything started happening at once. Been driving for a week with no issues, so looks like they actually found and fixed all the problems.