Tesla Model 3 Stage 3: Track-Ready Carbon Ceramic Package

They make sense if you run real track sessions and still want civil daily manners. The Stage 3 Superlight Carbon Ceramic front kit uses 15.5-inch rotors that cut unsprung mass versus iron, so the suspension follows the road better and the car turns in cleaner. The pad compounds bite from the first cold stop without warm-up. For a car that only ever commutes, the iron Stage 2 kit is the more sensible spend.

You get the Superlight Carbon Ceramic front big brake kit with red 6-piston monoblock calipers, two 15.5-inch carbon ceramic rotors on aluminum hats, front pads matched to the system, PFC rear brake pads for balance, billet caliper adapter brackets and hardware, and stainless steel braided brake lines for all four corners. It keeps iron-style rear pads rather than going full carbon ceramic at the rear, which the Stage 4 system does.

Yes. It fits every Model 3 from 2017 to present, including the 2024 refresh, across RWD, Long Range, and Performance. The hardware is identical whichever trim you have, and you choose red or black calipers at checkout. The main thing to confirm is wheel clearance, since carbon ceramic rotors this large have specific fitment needs. Send us your wheel model and we will verify it.

Unsprung mass is the weight the suspension has to control, wheels, tires, and brakes included. Swapping heavy iron rotors for carbon ceramic drops that mass and lowers rotational inertia, so the suspension reacts faster over bumps and the car changes direction with less effort. You feel it as cleaner turn-in and a chassis that settles sooner over rough sections, on top of the obvious gains in heat capacity and fade resistance.

Not with this system. The pad compounds are chosen for instant response from the first stop, so there is no cold-morning window where the brakes feel wooden. Bite is confident, modulation is predictable, and noise and dust stay in check, which is why owners run this kit on weekday commutes as well as track days. That daily civility is the whole point of the Superlight design rather than a pure race pad.

Some will. UP 18-inch forged race wheels fit, as do 18s with enough inner-barrel room, and 19-inch and larger wheels are generally fine. The limit is the 15.5-inch front rotor, so a tight-barrel 18 gets ruled out. That is a looser requirement than the full Stage 4 system, where the rear carbon ceramic rotors force 20-inch or larger wheels. Send us your exact wheel and we will confirm before you order.

We pioneered Tesla brake upgrades years before the Model 3 existed, and this carbon ceramic architecture comes from the same philosophy we run on our record-chasing Model S Plaid race car, Dark Helmet. The setup has been proven on daily drivers and on builds that set lap times at TeslaCorsa and other events. Immediate bite, linear modulation, and long rotor life are what customers report.

Yes, we fit it at our California technical service centers, and a qualified shop can install it with the included billet adapter brackets and hardware. A professional bleed with high-temperature fluid is required, and we recommend Motul RBF 660 or Endless RF 650. If you track the car, plan to service the fluid more often, because moisture absorption over time lowers its boiling point and softens the pedal.

Each front rotor measures 15.5 inches, which is well over a foot of braking surface clamped by 6-piston monoblock calipers. A larger rotor gives a longer lever arm for braking torque and far more surface area to absorb and shed heat, so thermal capacity is immense. That is what keeps pedal travel steady through long downhill runs and extended sessions where a smaller iron setup would start to fade.

Carbon ceramic rotors are exceptionally durable and, with the compounds chosen for this system, pad wear is reduced under high-heat use compared with iron setups that get hammered on track. Owners report long rotor life alongside quiet daily operation. The rears here stay on iron-compatible PFC pads, which are easy and inexpensive to service. If you later want carbon ceramic at the rear too, the Stage 4 complete system adds a matching rear kit.

Tesla’s warranty covers factory-installed parts, but it does not automatically void your warranty if you install aftermarket components like Unplugged Performance brake kits. Under U.S. law (Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act), Tesla must prove that an aftermarket part caused a failure in order to deny warranty coverage. Our parts are engineered to work harmoniously with Tesla OEM Brake systems and can be professionally installed by Unplugged Performance in Hawthorne, CA or by an authorized installer to minimize risk. That said, any damage directly caused by misuse or improper installation may not be covered. We recommend retaining all factory parts so you can revert to stock if needed. Many Tesla owners enjoy peace of mind by using Unplugged Performance products, which are extensively tested and installed by certified professionals. If warranty concerns are top-of-mind, our team can help clarify compatibility and installation best practices to ensure a worry-free experience.

Unplugged Performance offers a comprehensive warranty on all parts and installations performed by our certified technicians. Warranty coverage applies to defects in materials and workmanship on items including lowering springs, coilovers, big brake kits, brake pads, stainless steel brake lines, shocks, and more. Should any covered part fail under normal use or display premature wear, we will repair or replace it at no additional cost—assuming the component was installed by us or at one of our authorized partners.

This warranty is valid for 2 years or 24,000 miles, whichever comes first, excluding consumable products like brake pads, rotors, and tires, starting from the installation date. Coverage extends to labor for warranty repairs when performed by Unplugged Performance or an authorized installer. It does not cover damage resulting from misuse, accidents, off‑road use, improper installation not done by us, or modifications that aren’t factory-approved.

To file a warranty claim, simply contact our service team. We’ll guide you through inspection, shipping (if needed), and repair or replacement logistics. transparencia and top-tier support are what you can expect from Unplugged.

Installing aftermarket parts does not automatically void your Tesla warranty. Under the Magnusson-Moss Warranty Act (www.sema.org/sema-enews/2011/01/ftc-validates-right-to-install-aftermarket-parts), a manufacturer cannot void your warranty simply because you installed aftermarket parts. Tesla must prove that the aftermarket part caused the specific failure in question to deny a warranty claim. UP recommends retaining all factory parts to allow reverting to stock if needed. 

To find authorized installers or retailers of Unplugged Performance products in your area, please use the form on our website to provide your location details. This will help us connect you with an authorized installer nearby. You can find the form here.

Unplugged Performance processes orders quickly, typically within 1–2 business days after placement. For U.S. customers, orders under $50 usually ship via FedEx SmartPost with an estimated delivery time of 2–7 business days. Larger items like body kits or bumpers may ship via freight carriers with curbside delivery; customers will be contacted to schedule a delivery window. International shipping is available to most countries, with shipping costs calculated at checkout. Delivery times abroad vary, generally ranging from 5 to 16 business days depending on destination. Import duties or taxes are the customer’s responsibility. To ensure a smooth shipping experience, provide accurate contact information during checkout. For specific questions or shipping quotes, Unplugged Performance’s support team is available to assist.