VCRIGHTS_a531_lowPowerIndexFlaggedUserFacing
Cabin climate control system requires service
What does the VCRIGHTS_a531_lowPowerIndexFlaggedUserFacing alert mean?
The compressor power index is lower than expected, which typically indicates a condition affecting the compressor. This can also indicate a condition affecting the discharge or suction pressure sensors. The compressor power index measures the ratio of estimated nominal compressor power consumption against electrical power the compressor actually consumes. A low index value indicates the compressor is drawing / consuming significantly more power than a nominal compressor would be expected to consume.
What you'll see in your Tesla
- Cabin climate control system requires service
- Cabin heating / cooling limited or unavailable
What triggers it
The compressor power index, which compares expected compressor power consumption against actual consumption, drops below expected levels.
When it clears
Clears automatically after the first 30 seconds of each drive cycle, while the condition persists and alert continues to set.
Potential impact
Thermal system may show reduced effectiveness. Cabin climate control performance may be limited, with cabin heating / cooling not performing at expected levels.
Affected models
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