MyTeslaMate
HVP family

HVP_w038_CpilFault

Unable to charge

What does the HVP_w038_CpilFault alert mean?

The High Voltage Processor (HVP) has detected the Charge Port HV Interlock Loop (CPIL) has a condition affecting functionality.

What you'll see in your Tesla

  • Unable to charge
  • Service is required

What triggers it

The HVP General Purpose Input/Output (GPIO) input has detected the CPIL has a condition affecting functionality.

When it clears

The CPIL loop is complete

Potential impact

The Fast Charge (FC) link will not be allowed to charge. The vehicle may not charge as expected, or at all.

Affected models

Model 3 2017-2023 Model 3 2024+ Model S 2021+ Model X 2021+ Model Y Model Y 2025+

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