DI family
DI_a164_brakeOverride
Both pedals pressed
What does the DI_a164_brakeOverride alert mean?
The drive interface (DI) electronic control unit (ECU) decreases torque because it detects that the brake and accelerator pedal were pressed at the same time.
What you'll see in your Tesla
- Both pedals pressed
- Motor power removed
What triggers it
The DI ECU detects that both the accelerator oedal and the brake were pressed at the same time.
When it clears
The DI ECU detects that one of the pedals is no longer being pressed.
Potential impact
Torque/acceleration is limited.
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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