PCS_a088_gridFreqDroopDetected

The Power Conversion System (PCS) electronic control unit (ECU) detects the electrical grid frequency droops below its nominal level, indicating the grid may be experiencing heavy loads.

Live incidence rate

<0.01% (Extremely rare)

Vehicle messages

Vehicle charging with off-grid Powerwall
Charging rate adjusted to allow power sharing

Impact

AC charging power will be temporarily limited depending on the droop level to reduce the load on the electrical grid.

Description

The Power Conversion System (PCS) electronic control unit (ECU) detects the electrical grid frequency droops below its nominal level, indicating the grid may be experiencing heavy loads.

Cause

The PCS ECU detects the electrical grid frequency droops below its nominal level.

Clear condition

AC charging is stopped.

Models

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

Visibility

customer, service

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