FC family
FC_w159_CA_wdtExpired
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What does the FC_w159_CA_wdtExpired alert mean?
The Fast Charge (FC) Electronic Control Unit (ECU) has detected software watchdog timeout.
What you'll see in your Tesla
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What triggers it
FC ECU detects software watchdog timeout.
When it clears
FC ECU automatically clears the alert by triggering a system reset.
Potential impact
Charging session may not start or may become interrupted.
Affected models
Model S 2012-2020
Model X 2015-2020
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