CP family
CP_a078_latchNotDisengagedCold
Cable blocked - Charge port latch may be frozen
What does the CP_a078_latchNotDisengagedCold alert mean?
The charge port (CP) electronic control unit (ECU) detects that the latch is not disengaged when it is expected to be disengaged, and may be frozen.
What you'll see in your Tesla
- Cable blocked - Charge port latch may be frozen
- Try using Defrost Car button in Mobile App
What triggers it
The CP ECU detects that the CP latch is not disengaged after the latch is driven disengaged and cold weather mode is active.
When it clears
The CP ECU detects that the CP latch is disengaged.
Potential impact
The CP latch is frozen in the engaged state, blocking cable insertion and removal.
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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