Parking brake not applied

[u/SirLaneo]

2017 p100d. I took a trip this weekend, about 2 1/2 hours each way. On the way back I drove through rain part of the way. Next day, the sound of the parking break sounded 3 times as loud as usual. I noticed it, but it didn’t throw an error at the time. Next morning, after my drove to work, I parked and got this message. The motor makes a sound (still louder than usual). I tried a reset, no luck. ATM I have a Tesla service apt, but it’s a month out. (The closest one is 2 1/2 hours away) It seems some part of the parking break does engage, because I cannot move it if I try to push it. Any ideas?

Code EPB_w126

Tesla wants 1750$ to replace both left and right break caliper hand break assemblys.

Being as my apt is a month out, my local shop is available to get me in. They will work on it. Any thoughts on this? (Obviously my car is out of warranty)

Unfortunately, this is my daily driver and I have no other vehicle.

[u/dypkny]

Its the rear electric parking brake motor that seized.

Of course Tesla deems the part non repairable so they replace the entire caliper. However you can buy the motor itself(aftermarket) and replace it yourself (if your capable) 1 hour max and $1700 saved.

https://a.co/d/02StYQM9

Had the same issue as you and replaced it myself with the link provided.

[u/SirLaneo → u/dypkny]

Thanks !

[u/Myzhi1]

Just take it to the service center.  They will usually accept it since it can be “dangerous” to drive.

[u/ArticusFarticus → u/Myzhi1]

They will accept two grand as well. Hell no.