Electric vehicles can be a great option if you are looking to save money on fuel and reduce your environmental impact. However, electric vehicles have different components compared to gas vehicles. This can make maintenance and repairs costly if something does break.
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While you hope your warranty will cover any repairs, it’s important to know some of the common issues with electric vehicles and their potential cost. In this article, GOBankingRates covers four common problems and how much they could cost you.
Battery Life
Electric vehicles rely on a battery to power the car, just like a gas vehicle uses a motor. This means that replacing the battery can be extremely expensive.
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In fact, it’s estimated that the cost of replacing an EV battery ranges from $7,000 to $30,000, depending on the make and model of your vehicle. While most EV manufacturers offer warranties for the first few years, replacing a battery outside of this warranty range can be costly.
“A key long-term concern for many EV owners is battery degradation or outright failure,” said Rei Vardi, CEO and founder of Eon. “For example, Tesla offers battery warranties ranging from 100,000 to 150,000 miles, depending on the model. However, once that warranty period is over, owners are left to cover the costs of a battery replacement. It can be a hefty $12,000 to $15,000 bill.”
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Charging Connection
Another common issue EV owners report is the charging connection. From the plug entry becoming loose to underperformance during cooler weather, a poor charging connection could derail your trip. After all, no one wants to get in their vehicle only to realize there’s no power!
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Replacing your charging connection can also be expensive, as you may need to rewire your garage to support the high voltage needed. Expect to pay between $12,000 and $45,000.
“One of the more common issues with EVs is with the charging connection,” said Melanie Musson, auto industry expert with AutoInsurance.org. “If the issue is with the cord, you can easily resolve it by purchasing a new cord, which typically costs around $300. If the issue is with the port on your car, the repair will be more expensive.”
Part Shortages
The auto industry has faced volatile supply chain issues over the past few years, with the EV market being no exception. EV part shortages are a common issue reported by owners, especially for newer brands.
For example, there have been a handful of EV brands that have failed, like Fisker. Not only are parts for existing vehicles no longer available, but any issues can render the car worthless. Similarly, many traditional auto body shops don’t carry EV parts, adding to part shortages.
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“A Lot of the cars are stuck in repair shops and body shops because there are no parts available,” said Zoriy Birenboym, CEO of eAutoLease.com. “The issue dates back to COVID, when there was a huge shortage of parts from Europe and Asia. Unfortunately, the supply has yet to be fixed.”
Recalls
EVs are a relatively new class of vehicle, meaning potential problems are bound to pop up. In 2025 alone, Tesla recalled Model Y cars, Chevy recalled certain Equinox and Blazer models and Dodge recalled a portion of their Charger models. BMW, Hyundai and Toyota also recalled some of their EV models.
While issues reported under recalls are generally covered free of charge, the hassle of scheduling maintenance and keeping up with the latest problems can be frustrating.
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