MyTeslaMate
CP family

CP_a045_lostCommsVCSEC

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What does the CP_a045_lostCommsVCSEC alert mean?

The charge port (CP) electronic control unit (ECU) loses communication with the vehicle security controller (VCSEC).

What you'll see in your Tesla

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What triggers it

The CP ECU does not receive all of the expected controller area network (CAN) messages from the VCSEC.

When it clears

The CP ECU receives all of the expected controller area network (CAN) messages from the VCSEC.

Potential impact

The charge port does not unlock.

Affected models

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

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