DI family
DI_a172_accelPressedInNP
Shift into D or R to drive
What does the DI_a172_accelPressedInNP alert mean?
The drive interface (DI) electronic control unit (ECU) detects that the accelerator was pressed while the vehicle is in Park or Neutral.
What you'll see in your Tesla
- Shift into D or R to drive
- Not Available
What triggers it
The DI ECU detects that the accelerator pedal was pressed while the vehicle is in Park or Neutral.
When it clears
The user shifts into Drive or Reverse, or the accelerator pedal is no longer being pressed.
Potential impact
The DI ECU does not provide any torque, and displays user-facing message.
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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