APS-W172
APS_w172_apFeaturesUnavailable
Also written as APS_W172 / APS W172 / APS_w172_apFeaturesUnavailable / aps_w172_apfeaturesunavailable
Why does the exact Tesla alert ID matter?
Record the exact alert ID, including underscores, suffixes, and companion alerts. Tesla alerts that look similar can point to different modules, timestamps, and service procedures.
What does APS-W172 mean?
Tesla warning code in the Autopilot System (APS) module. Autopilot features not available At least one of the trigger conditions in payload signals is active None of the trigger conditions are active
Original Description
Autopilot features not available At least one of the trigger conditions in payload signals is active None of the trigger conditions are active
Affected Tesla Models
What You May Notice
- Autopilot System alert: Autopilot features not available At least one of the trigger conditions in payload signals is active None of the trigger
- Camera or sensor obstruction notification on the touchscreen
- Autopilot features greyed out in the drive settings menu
How to Diagnose and Resolve
- 1 Check all cameras and sensors for dirt, ice, or obstructions — clean if needed
- 2 Reboot the vehicle
- 3 Check for OTA updates (Autopilot improvements are frequently delivered OTA)
- 4 Schedule service if Autopilot remains unavailable after cleaning and rebooting
Severity Notes
APS-W172 is a Warning in the Autopilot System system. Schedule service soon. Monitor your vehicle for additional warnings.