How Long Does It Take for Your New Tesla to Get Its First Software Update?

How Long Does It Take for Your New Tesla to Get Its First Software Update?

Hey everyone, DennisCW here! If you've just taken delivery of your shiny new Tesla or you're about to, you might be staring at the screen thinking, "What the heck? I'm on software version 13, when do I get version 14?" This is one of the most common questions I get, and I recently spotted a Reddit thread that perfectly captures it. Let's break it down so you know exactly what to expect.

Real-World Examples from Tesla Owners

One owner shared their experience: They picked up a 2026 Model Y Premium on February 28th and received their first update to version 14 with Full Self-Driving (FSD) on March 9th. That's about 1.5 weeks—faster than many expected based on past experiences!

My own story lines up perfectly. When we took delivery of our Model Y Performance in December, it also took around a week and a half to get version 14. From what I've seen across the community, 2-3 weeks is the typical wait time for that initial update.

Why the Delay? You're in the Queue

With millions of Teslas on the road, new deliveries aren't always prioritized at the top of the update queue. You might wonder why Tesla service centers don't just push the latest version during handover—great point! But it seems like it's not part of their standard checklist. Updates roll out over-the-air (OTA) in waves, so patience is key.

Tips to Speed Things Up (or at Least Check)

While you wait, here are a couple of quick tricks to nudge things along:

• Soft reset: Press both scroll wheels on the steering wheel simultaneously.
• Toggle software modes: Go to the software screen and switch between Advanced and Standard views.

These won't magically summon the update, but they can help refresh the connection.

Don't Panic—Enjoy What You've Got!

Seeing an "older" version like 13 isn't a red flag. It's normal for new Teslas! In fact, take this as an opportunity to test out FSD on version 13 and appreciate how much better version 14 is once it arrives. Your Tesla is still incredible right out of the gate.

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If you're stressing about updates, hang tight—it's coming soon. Drop a comment with your delivery-to-update timeline! Like, subscribe, and hit the bell for more Tesla tips.

-DennisCW