CP_a079_cableNotSecuredCold
Charge rate reduced - Charge port may be frozen
What does the CP_a079_cableNotSecuredCold alert mean?
The charge port (CP) electronic control unit (ECU) detects that the charge cable latch is disengaged when it is expected to be engaged, and may be frozen.
What you'll see in your Tesla
- Charge rate reduced - Charge port may be frozen
- Try using Defrost Car button in Mobile App
What triggers it
The CP ECU detects that the CP latch is not engaged after the latch is driven engaged and cold weather mode active.
When it clears
The CP ECU detects that the CP latch is engaged.
Potential impact
The CP latch is frozen in the disengaged state, and as a result AC charging is limited and DC charging does not start.
Affected models
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