ESP family
ESP_a038_FrLWSSGeneralFault
ABS (anti-lock braking system) disabled
What does the ESP_a038_FrLWSSGeneralFault alert mean?
Left Front Wheel Speed Sensor Generic Fault.
What you'll see in your Tesla
- ABS (anti-lock braking system) disabled
- Drive with caution
What triggers it
WSS test failure of WSS_FL (Short circuit supply line to UBATT short circuits between sensors any line failure)
When it clears
Check WSS connection for short circuit and repair/replace harness or sensor
Potential impact
Will disable VDC/TC and degrade ABS
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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