Turn Signal Button's Not Click-y

[AB3]

Something I've noticed with the steering wheel signal buttons. My right turn signal button (and to a lesser extent the left signal button) doesn't have a satisfying click like the other buttons on the right side of the wheel do. Sometimes if I don't press hard enough I the signal doesn't even trigger. I wanted to ask if this is a common issue as well as if this is something I might be able to fix easily on my own or will I have to take it in for service? Anyone have experience with this?

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[ABILISK]

My signals are solid, but my “door handle” on my driver’s door is mushy, unlike my other 3. I chalk it up to Tesla’s Achilles heel, their first year build quality, but your is an actual functional issue. Might want to schedule a service appt.

 

[getsometom]

Something I've noticed with the steering wheel signal buttons. My right turn signal button (and to a lesser extent the left signal button) doesn't have a satisfying click like the other buttons on the right side of the wheel do. Sometimes if I don't press hard enough I the signal doesn't even trigger. I wanted to ask if this is a common issue as well as if this is something I might be able to fix easily on my own or will I have to take it in for service? Anyone have experience with this?

I’ve had multiple occasions where I fully press the signal button but it does not turn on.

 

[Cyber_Punk_SFL]

My new CT Beast, VIN 43xxx, signal buttons are perfect. Now my 2024 M3 Performance, the signal buttons are stiff and sometimes don’t depress properly and is a pain to turn on.

 

[Cyberbeard]

I just received my CT and I also have the same issue... Almost all my steering wheel buttons don't click only the left signal... I brought it up during delivery and have a schedule maintenance appointment soon.

 

[AB3]

I just received my CT and I also have the same issue... Almost all my steering wheel buttons don't click only the left signal... I brought it up during delivery and have a schedule maintenance appointment soon.

Let me know how that goes. I haven't made an appointment yet since my SC is almost an hour away and I figured I'd wait until something else came up. A friend was riding shotgun the other day and said he felt cool air coming in from the rear passenger door area when we were driving over 50mph so will be trying to get out there soon.

 

[TownBiz]

SO’s new Model 3 has that mushy signal button issue while my CT is great….

 

[CyberRout66]

Heck, I'm just lucky if I hit the correct turn signal button.

 

[TruckDaddy]

I just push the other direction, and then back as many times as needed. People behind me probably think I'm nuts.

 

[BobsTruck]

probably my only compliant with the vehicle. the turn button on the bottom takes very little pressure and has a satisfying click. the turn button on the top doesn't click at all and takes I'd guestimate 3x the force. i've had many times where don't push it hard enough and nothing happens, but a strong push on a second or third try will get it. not great for a new expensive vehicle, but if i press hard enough it will work. not sure if it's worth a service appt.

 

[AB3]

probably my only compliant with the vehicle. the turn button on the bottom takes very little pressure and has a satisfying click. the turn button on the top doesn't click at all and takes I'd guestimate 3x the force. i've had many times where don't push it hard enough and nothing happens, but a strong push on a second or third try will get it. not great for a new expensive vehicle, but if i press hard enough it will work. not sure if it's worth a service appt.

This is my exact situation. Didn't want to make a service appointment yet, as I've been waiting for some other things to make it worth a service appointment. So far on my list is this, a drafty rear passenger door seal, and a streaky wiper blade. All are livable so just gonna wait it out till the weather get a bit better and see if anything else pops up.

 

[evgeny_a]

Hey everyone,
Just wanted to share a frustrating service experience with my Cybertruck to see if anyone else has faced this or has advice on how to handle it.
I brought my truck into the Fort Lauderdale Service Center with a main issue: the right turn signal button required excessive force to activate. After keeping the truck, the technician confirmed the defect in the service notes, stating it's a known issue with the steering wheel assembly.
What makes this even more frustrating is that I compared it directly:
The Loaner Vehicle: While my truck was in service, they gave me a loaner. The turn signal buttons on that vehicle worked perfectly with a light, tactile click.
Friend’s Cybertruck: I also tested a friend’s Cybertruck—his turn signal buttons respond instantly and effortlessly right after the click.
Clearly, my steering wheel switch unit is uniquely defective. However, instead of fixing it, Tesla told me the replacement steering wheel part they had was defective. Rather than keeping my truck until a proper part arrived, they handed the vehicle back to me and scheduled a Mobile Service appointment 10 days out!
To make matters worse:
Safety & Legal Issue: Driving on public roads without a functioning turn signal is illegal under Florida law (FL Statute 316.222 / 316.610) and a major safety hazard. Tesla claims they "prioritize safety concerns," yet they are forcing me to drive an unsafe vehicle for nearly two weeks.
App Glitch: The app forced a residential address for the Mobile Service. When I try to update it to my office location, the app automatically cancels the Mobile visit and pushes me back to an in-person Service Center appointment—delayed by 12+ days.
I’ve officially requested an escalation to the Service Manager and Regional Director, demanding either an expedited fix or a formal safety waiver from Tesla stating the car is legal to drive without signals (which we all know they won't sign).
Has anyone had success getting steering wheel replacements expedited, or dealing with similar "parts unavailable / pushed to mobile service" loops for critical safety components?

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