ADSP family
ADSP_w053_audioSystemUnavailable
Audio system unavailable - Horn and/or chimes may not function
What does the ADSP_w053_audioSystemUnavailable alert mean?
The audio system is currently unavailable. The horn and / or chimes may not function
What you'll see in your Tesla
- Audio system unavailable - Horn and/or chimes may not function
- Schedule service if audio system does not recover
What triggers it
One of the required monitored audio subsystem is not available or malfunctioning
When it clears
Audio system functions restored
Potential impact
Audio system may not operate as expected. Horn and / or chimes may not function
Affected models
Cybertruck
Model 3 2017-2023
Model 3 2024+
Model S 2021+
Model X 2021+
Model Y
Model Y 2025+
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