MyTeslaMate
DI family

DI_a129_epbNotApplied

Parking brake not set

What does the DI_a129_epbNotApplied alert mean?

The drive interface (DI) electronic control unit (ECU) detects a condition that prevents the electronic parking brake (EPB) from being set while the vehicle is not moving.

What you'll see in your Tesla

  • Parking brake not set
  • Vehicle may be free rolling

What triggers it

The DI ECU detects a condition that prevents it from setting the EPB.

When it clears

The DI ECU detects that the condition clears.

Potential impact

The EPB is not applied, and the vehicle may be free rolling.

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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