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APP_w388_windshieldCameraHeaterFaulted

Windshield camera defogging is limited

What does the APP_w388_windshieldCameraHeaterFaulted alert mean?

The Autopilot electronic control unit (ECU) has detected a hardware condition affecting the windshield camera heater system.

What you'll see in your Tesla

  • Windshield camera defogging is limited
  • Schedule service if condition persists

What triggers it

A hardware condition affecting the functionality of the windshield camera heater system is detected.

When it clears

Clears when the windshield camera heater system operates as expected.

Potential impact

Autopilot features may not be available, or may not function as expected.

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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