SiriusXM in Your Tesla
Welcome Model 3, Model Y, and Cybertruck Owners!
Enjoy your 30 day trial. No account or credit card required. Account registration, service transfer, consolidation, etc. is limited. We are working to correct and will update this page or send an email.
SiriusXM’s All Access audio entertainment plan is available in the Model 3, Model Y and Cybertruck through a software update.
Tesla determines how, when, and where to send updates to vehicles based on various factors unique to each release. Consistently connecting to Wi-Fi is the best way to quickly receive the latest software updates.
Tesla Premium Connectivity or active Wi-Fi connection required. Premium Connectivity sold separately by Tesla. Learn more about Tesla Premium Connectivity.
Explore Model S, Model S Signature, Model X subscription options at siriusxm.com/plans.
Model S, Model S Signature and Model X (if equipped) are equipped with SiriusXM satellite radio. Tesla Premium Connectivity or a WiFi connection not required to access SiriusXM in these vehicles.
Tesla Model 3, Y and Cybertruck owners may be eligible for a one-month trial to our premium level service. No credit card required.
Your trial must be activated in-vehicle and cannot be activated outside of the vehicle. Premium Connectivity or an active WiFi connection is required. Premium Connectivity sold separately by Tesla. Learn more about Tesla Premium Connectivity, here.
Install the latest Over-the-air (OTA) update via wifi connection.
Once the software update is installed, the SiriusXM Icon will display within Media Sources.
A blue dot underneath the app indicates a new app.
Open the SiriusXM app and select Listen Now.
Accept the terms and conditions.
Enjoy SiriusXM in your car or connected devices with the SiriusXM app
The remaining days in trial will display under the Subscription tab.
Model S and Model X owners may be eligible for a three-month trial to our premium level service. A trial subscription is only available to Customers without an existing SiriusXM subscription.
Contact SiriusXM at (855) 851-8750.
You will need your Radio ID number under the Subscription tab.
Tap the SiriusXM button from your in-car center touchscreen.
If you can’t hear SiriusXM channels, select the SiriusXM Subscription tab for instructions to refresh your radio.
Enjoy SiriusXM during your trial on connected devices with the SiriusXM app.
Model 3, Y and Cybertruck:
Open SiriusXM in your Tesla and navigate to the Subscription tab.
Scan the QR code.
Create your SiriusXM Account.
Use an alternate email if you subscribed previously.
If desired, enable passkey and add a phone number.
Model S, Model S Signature, and Model X:
After your trial is activated, create a SiriusXM Account at siriusxm.com/get-login.
If desired, enable passkey and add a phone number.
Model 3, Y and Cybertruck:
Open SiriusXM in your Tesla and navigate to the subscription tab.
(Requires Premium Connectivity or an active WiFi Connection. Premium Connectivity sold separately by Tesla. Learn more about your Tesla Premium Connectivity, here.)Scan the QR code.
Create your SiriusXM Account.
Use an alternate email if you subscribed previously. Model 3, Model Y, Cybertruck cannot connect to existing accounts.
If desired, enable passkey and add a phone number.
Choose a plan and purchase service.
Model S, Model S Signature, Model X (if equipped)
Contact SiriusXM at (855) 851-8750 or register your account online to sign up with a paid subscription.
You will need your Radio ID number, located under the Subscription tab.
Tap the SiriusXM button from your in-car center touchscreen.
If you can’t hear SiriusXM channels, select the Subscription tab for instructions to refresh your radio.
Connect to an active Wi-Fi connection.
Ensure software is up to date by installing the latest over-the-air update from Tesla.
Once the software update is installed, the SiriusXM icon will display within Media Sources, indicated with a blue dot.
Use the navigation bar at the top right of the screen to browse For You, Music, Talk & Podcasts, Sports, Library, and Subscription tabs. You can also use the voice or keyboard search options.
Voice search: Tap the microphone icon on your steering wheel for a global voice search. Use phrases like “Play Howard Stern” or “Search Conan O’Brien”.
Keyboard search: Tap the search button to display the global keyboard search. Type an artist or show.
SiriusXM content will be listed along with content from other apps.
Current subscriptions cannot be transferred to Model 3, Model Y, or Cybertruck models at this time. Please chat or call 855-346-8182 and a representative can assist with purchasing and activating a subscription after your trial.
Trials and extended service plans (usually purchased from your dealer or that come with a new vehicle) cannot be transferred. At this time, Lifetime subscriptions cannot be transferred, however, we expect this capability to be available and will notify all Lifetime subscribers via email once the capability is available.
Current service can be transferred online for Model S, Model S Signature, and Model X (if equipped) at siriusxm.com/transfer. Trials and extended service plans cannot be transferred from one vehicle to another.
Model 3, Model Y, or Cybertruck cannot be added to an existing account. We are working on system enhancements to allow this capability.
In the meantime, please enjoy our 30-day free trial. When you are ready to continue service after your trial, you will need to create a new, additional account using a different email than your current account. These accounts can be consolidated at a later date for your convenience. If you need assistance with the activation, please chat or call 855-346-8182.
Model S, Model S Signature, and Model X can be added to existing accounts through the Online Account Center. Navigate to Subscriptions and add another subscription. You will need your Radio ID number.
Your Tesla has a unique radio ID. There’s no need, nor capability, to log in inside your car.
All vehicles require their own subscription.
Included with the Model 3, Y, and Cybertruck Tesla 2024 Holiday software update, SiriusXM can now be accessed directly through the head-unit in your vehicle. This is a different technology than our app-only service where you log into the mobile app. This new service gives you the best experience inside your vehicle, plus a new streaming login for the app. Your existing streaming credentials cannot be used with this service.
Model S and Model X (if equipped) are equipped with SiriusXM satellite radio and do not utilize our streaming connection.
In-car login is not available in Tesla Vehicles.
Your Tesla has a unique radio ID. There’s no need, nor capability, to log in to inside your car.
All vehicles require their own subscription.
Included with the Model 3, Y and Cybertruck Tesla 2024 Holiday software update, SiriusXM can now be accessed directly through head-unit in your vehicle. This is a different technology than our app-only service where you log in to the mobile app. This new service gives you the best experience in your vehicle plus a new streaming login for the SiriusXM. Your existing streaming credentials cannot be used with this service.
Model S and Model X (if equipped) are equipped with SiriusXM satellite radio and do not utilize our streaming connection.
In-car login is not available in Tesla Vehicles.
Model 3, Model Y, or Cybertruck plans cannot be modified online at this time. Please chat or call 855-346-8182 for assistance.
Model S, Model S Signature, Model X plans can be modified through the Online Account Center. Navigate to Subscriptions and select Manage next to your plan.
A SiriusXM audio entertainment plan is required in the Model 3, Y, and Cybertruck. Model 3, Y, and Cybertrucks cannot connect to existing accounts.
All vehicles require their own subscription. Included with the Tesla 2024 Holiday software update, SiriusXM can now be accessed directly through the head-unit in your vehicle. This is a different technology than our app-only service where you log into the mobile app. This new service gives you the best experience in your vehicle plus a new streaming login for the SiriusXM. Your existing streaming credentials cannot be used with this service.
All Access gives you all of SiriusXM’s programming, so you can take advantage of all our exclusive content. We have two compelling introductory offers available: A $5 per month for 12 month offer, or an extended promotion for $9.99 per month for 24 months. These rates are significantly discounted from the regular $24.99/month price point.
At this time, Lifetime subscriptions cannot be transferred. We expect to add this capability and will notify all Lifetime subscribers via email once it is available.
Open SiriusXM from your in-car center touchscreen.
Navigate to the Subscription tab.
Radio ID will be displayed.
An email address can only be tied to one active subscription at a time. If the email is currently on an active account, it cannot be reused and you will need to provide a different email address. For Model 3, Y, and Cybertrucks, it is necessary to create a new account using a different email address. We are working on system enhancements to enable the use of existing email addresses and plan consolidation for your convenience.
A variety of factors can impact SiriusXM in the car. Attempt the following to resolve:
Check that your Tesla’s internet connection is active through your Premium Connectivity subscription or Wi-Fi.
Check connectivity signal strength.
Close SiriusXM by switching audio sources.
Perform a Power cycle.
Please add your favorite music and shows to the library using the circular plus icon. Model 3, Model Y, and Cybertrucks cannot connect to existing account libraries at this time.
Model S and Model X owners please chat or call (855) 851-8750.
Model 3, Model Y, Cybertruck owners please chat or call (855) 346-8182.
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