CP family
CP_a185_pncAuthRejection
Charging station payment error
What does the CP_a185_pncAuthRejection alert mean?
The charging station reports a payment authorization failure.
What you'll see in your Tesla
- Charging station payment error
- Reinsert cable or try another payment method
What triggers it
The charging station reports a payment authorization failure.
When it clears
The Charge Port handle is disconnected from the vehicle.
Potential impact
Charging may stop and not restart.
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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