MyTeslaMate
BMS family

BMS_a167_SW_FC_Partial_Weld

Unable to charge

What does the BMS_a167_SW_FC_Partial_Weld alert mean?

The battery management system (BMS) detects that one of the FC link contactors is welded.

What you'll see in your Tesla

  • Unable to charge
  • Charge port door must be closed to drive

What triggers it

The BMS detects that one of the FC link contactors is welded.

When it clears

The BMS detects that the condition clears.

Potential impact

This alert is primarily informational.

Affected models

Model 3 2017-2023 Model 3 2024+ Model S 2021+ Model X 2021+ Model Y Model Y 2025+

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