FC_a140_CA_bmsIncompatible
Unable to charge with CHAdeMO adapter
What does the FC_a140_CA_bmsIncompatible alert mean?
The vehicle is unable to CHAdeMO DC fast charge (FC) because the battery management system (BMS) reports an incompatible protocol version.
What you'll see in your Tesla
- Unable to charge with CHAdeMO adapter
- Vehicle software update required
What triggers it
The FC ECU detects that the BMS protocol version is not compatible with the CHAdeMO EVSE.
When it clears
The FC electronic control unit (ECU) detects that the BMS protocol version is compatible with the CHAdeMO electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE), or the charge cable is disconnected.
Potential impact
DC fast charging is unavailable.
Affected models
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