VCRIGHT_a255_PTCOverTemp

The heating, ventilation, air-conditioning (HVAC) system positive temperature coefficient (PTC) heater is experiencing an over-temperature condition and will shut off until it cools down. This may cause a reduction in HVAC heating performance.

Live incidence rate

<0.01% (Extremely rare)

Vehicle messages

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Impact

There may be a reduction in heating performance for the heating, ventilation, air-conditioning (HVAC) system.

Description

The heating, ventilation, air-conditioning (HVAC) system positive temperature coefficient (PTC) heater is experiencing an over-temperature condition and will shut off until it cools down. This may cause a reduction in HVAC heating performance.

Cause

The positive temperature coefficient (PTC) heater experienced an over-temperature condition and shut down.

Clear condition

The positive temperature coefficient (PTC) heater is no longer experiencing over-temperature condition.

Models

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

Visibility

service-fix

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