TAS_a296_chassisTypeMismatch
Software update required
What does the TAS_a296_chassisTypeMismatch alert mean?
The chassis type configuration value reported by the vehicle gateway (GTW) does not match the chassis type type supported by the firmware version running on the Tesla Air Suspension (TAS) electronic control unit (ECU).
What you'll see in your Tesla
- Software update required
- Schedule service
What triggers it
The TAS ECU detects a mismatch between the chassis type supported by its firmware and the chassis type reported by the GTW.
When it clears
The chassis type reported by the GTW matches the chassis type supported by the TAS ECU firmware
Potential impact
Adaptive damping controls are unavailable. All dampers receive a fixed mid-level current instead.
Affected models
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