DI_a187_pedalMisapplication

The drive interface (DI) electronic control unit (ECU) reduces acceleration because it detects a potential pedal misapplication (when the user presses the accelerator in Drive or Reverse when they meant to press the brake).

Live incidence rate

<0.01% (Extremely rare)

Vehicle messages

Obstacle detected - Acceleration reduced
Release accelerator pedal

Impact

The DI ECU limits torque/acceleration.

Description

The drive interface (DI) electronic control unit (ECU) reduces acceleration because it detects a potential pedal misapplication (when the user presses the accelerator in Drive or Reverse when they meant to press the brake).

Cause

The DI ECU detects that the accelerator pedal was pressed past the set threshold and the driver assistance system (DAS) detects an object with a high enough level of confidence.

Clear condition

Either the DAS ECU no longer detects an object, or the user releases the accelerator pedal and then presses it again to override the alert.

Models

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

Visibility

customer, service

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