Published on Jul 24, 2025
Welcome to another Q&A session where I answer questions from y'all on the internet.
Today's question is:
Oh man, Tesla glass—now that’s a rabbit hole. We get a ton of calls from Tesla owners, especially Model 3s and Ys, asking if we can replace their windshield or side glass. And the short answer is yes, absolutely. But there are a few really important things we always explain right up front, because this is not your average windshield swap.
First, Teslas are loaded with tech. There are cameras embedded into the windshield and along the edges of the vehicle that are used for Autopilot, lane assist, emergency braking—you name it. If we replace the glass and don’t recalibrate those systems properly, your car might think it’s still on I-5 when it’s actually in a Starbucks drive-thru. That’s how sensitive these systems are.
Now, as of today, Tesla keeps a tight grip on their calibration process. So, when we replace the glass, we don’t do the calibration in-house—but we do coordinate with nearby Tesla-certified service centers or mobile specialists who handle that side of it. We’ll tell you up front: “Hey, after we do your install, we highly recommend scheduling calibration ASAP.” Otherwise, you could be rolling around with a half-blind car. Not ideal.
We’re also very careful when handling Tesla glass. Some models have infrared coatings or specific brackets that only OEM glass has. So if you want it done exactly like factory, we’ll get OEM and treat it like the sensitive, high-tech spaceship that it is. But we also have high-quality aftermarket options if you’re out of pocket and just need it safe and sealed.
Bottom line: Tesla glass is no joke, but we’ve got it down. And we’ll make sure you know every step of the process so your Autopilot doesn’t think a stop sign is a picnic bench.
Tesla glass replacement is tricky due to integrated tech like cameras and sensors. Magnatech Autoglass understands these systems and partners with local Tesla-certified calibration centers to ensure ADAS features like Autopilot remain accurate. They handle glass replacement with care and guide Tesla owners through calibration needs for safe functionality.
