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5YJSA1E28JF254502 — 2018 Tesla Model S — auction IAAI | MaxUsAutos

2018 Tesla Model S 100D/75D/P100D

Lot #42438353 · VIN 5YJSA1E28JF254502

🇺🇸 IAAIFront EndKeys included✓ Runs & drivesSold

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What does the damage type «Front End» mean

Front-end damage typically results from head-on collisions, intersection accidents, impacts with obstacles (signs, curbs) or animal strikes. Beyond the visible body panels, internal mechanical components are often affected.

What may be damaged

hood, front bumper, grille
headlights, fog lights, turn signals
radiator and engine cooling systems
engine itself, mounts, and fuel systems
safety systems (airbags, seatbelts, pre-tensioners)
wiring harness and sensors

What to keep in mind

degraded handling and acceleration
reduced effectiveness of active safety systems
accelerated engine and cooling system wear from hidden leaks
collision risk from faulty lights or sensors

What we do to make sure the deal goes smoothly

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Auction IAAI · Lot #42438353

Final bid9 800 USD46% of market valueMarket value of the intact car in the US: 21 473 USDRepair estimate: 18 997 USDThis lot sold below market. We'll price one like it turnkey — no overpaying.

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Estimated turnkey price in Ukraine868 726 ₴≈ 19 495 USD

1 · Auction price9 800 USD

2 · Shipping + insurance3 250 USD

3 · Import duty + excise + VAT4 434 USD

4 · MaxUsAutos services + broker1 340 USD

5 · Certification + registration191 USD

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History of this VIN

VIN 5YJSA1E28JF254502 history

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IAAI

Sep 20, 2025

Sold

9 800 USD

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Reliability & recalls

Common problems: Tesla Model S 2018

Official recalls

Electrical System
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Model S and Model X, 2017-2022 Model 3, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles. The "rolling stop" functionality available as part of the Full Self-Driving (Beta) software may allow the vehicle to travel through an all-way stop intersection without first coming to a stop.
Remedy: Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update that disables the "rolling stop" functionality, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-001.
NHTSA campaign: 22V037000
Back Over Prevention
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012-2018 Tesla Model S and 2016-2018 Model X vehicles with a center display equipped with a NVIDIA Tegra 3 processor and an 8GB eMMC NAND flash memory device. When the 8GB eMMC NAND flash memory device for the center display reaches lifetime wear, the eMMC controller will no longer be able to maintain the integrity of the filesystem, causing a failure in some of the center display functions.
Remedy: Owners should ensure their vehicles are operating firmware release 2020.48.48.12 or newer, which will alert owners if the eMMC is approaching lifetime wear. Tesla will notify owners, and will replace the VCM daughterboard with one containing an enhanced eMMC controller, free of charge. The recall began March 29, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-21-001.
NHTSA campaign: 21V035000
Latches/Locks/Linkages
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2014-2021 Model S vehicles. The front trunk latch assembly may be misaligned, preventing the secondary hood latch from engaging. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 113, "Hood Latch System."
Remedy: Tesla Service will inspect and reposition the latch assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 18, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-11-003.
NHTSA campaign: 21V00B000
Forward Collision Avoidance
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Model S, Model 3, Model X, and 2020-2021 Model Y vehicles operating software version 2021.36.5.2. A communication error may cause false forward-collision warning (FCW) or unexpected activation of the automatic emergency brake (AEB) system.
Remedy: Tesla Service has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. The recall began October 25, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-00-004.
NHTSA campaign: 21V846000