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VCLEFT family

VCLEFT_a551_interiorDoorRequestInhibited

Door opening prevented - Check surroundings

What does the VCLEFT_a551_interiorDoorRequestInhibited alert mean?

An interior door release request is inhibited by Autopilot because of a passing pedestrian, vehicle or cyclist. Pressing the interior door release button a second time will allow the door to open.

What you'll see in your Tesla

  • Door opening prevented - Check surroundings
  • Passing pedestrian, bike or vehicle detected

What triggers it

The occupant requests an interior door release while Autopilot has inhibited release due to detecting an oncoming pedestrian, vehicle or cyclist.

When it clears

Clears automatically 8 seconds after inhibited door release request.

Potential impact

The occupant's interior door release request is temporarily inhibited.

Affected models

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

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