🚗 DR.EV Tesla Repair Toronto, Rear Brake Rotor Replacement｜Fixing Vibration, Scoring & Braking Noise

👁️‍🗨️ Overview

A customer brought their Tesla to our Toronto shop reporting vibrations when braking and a grinding noise from the rear wheels. Our inspection revealed that the rear brake rotors were scored and uneven, likely due to pad wear and moisture-related rust buildup.

🔍 Common Rear Rotor Issues on Tesla Vehicles

Rear brake rotors can wear prematurely due to:

• Limited regenerative braking in rear wheels (fronts usually do more regen)

• Salt buildup in winter climates like Toronto

• Sticking calipers or pads not releasing properly

• Long intervals between brake cleaning or pad replacement

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During inspection, we found:

• Rear rotors had visible scoring and heat spotting

• Rear pads worn below 3mm

• Slight brake drag on one side

• No fault codes, but clear mechanical wear

🛠️ Rear Rotor Replacement Process

1. Lifted the vehicle and removed rear wheels

2. Removed caliper and parking brake hardware

3. Slid off worn rear rotors

4. Cleaned hub surface and caliper bracket

5. Installed new OEM-spec rear rotors

6. Installed new pads and shims as needed

7. Reassembled with anti-seize and torqued to spec

8. Performed road test and rear brake bedding

   
   

New rear rotors installed on a Tesla after scoring and vibration were reported.

✅ Post-Repair Results

• ✅ Braking smooth and silent

• ✅ No more vibrations under moderate braking

• ✅ Even pad contact and rotor surface

• ✅ Parking brake operation unaffected

• ✅ No ABS or brake system faults

🧰 Service Summary

Item	Detail
Vehicle	Tesla Model X
Complaint	Brake vibration, grinding noise from rear wheels
Cause	Scored and uneven rear rotors, pad wear
Solution	Rotor and pad replacement + caliper cleaning
Duration	~1.5 hours
Outcome	Smooth, quiet braking and restored rear brake function

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