Is APS_W197 the same as APS-W197?

Yes. APS_W197, APS W197, and APS-W197 are alternate spellings of the same Tesla alert code. Also written as: APS-W197, APS_W197, APS W197, APS_w197_redLightWarning, aps_w197_redlightwarning.

What symptoms can APS-W197 cause?

Autopilot System alert: Red Light Warning Camera or sensor obstruction notification on the touchscreen Autopilot features greyed out in the drive settings menu

What should I check for APS-W197?

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

Is it safe to drive with APS-W197?

🟡 Check the vehicle display for drive or charge restrictions and schedule service promptly.

TESLA Warning

APS-W197

APS_w197_redLightWarning

Also written as APS_W197 / APS W197 / APS_w197_redLightWarning / aps_w197_redlightwarning

System

APS

Autopilot System

Type

Warning

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-W197 mean?

Tesla warning code in the Autopilot System (APS) module. Red Light Warning

Original Description

Red Light Warning

Affected Tesla Models

Model SModel XModel 3Model Y

What You May Notice

Autopilot System alert: Red Light Warning
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-W197 is a Warning in the Autopilot System system. Schedule service soon. Monitor your vehicle for additional warnings.

Other APS Codes

APS_w002 APS_w003 APS_w004 APS_w005 APS_w006 APS_w007 APS_w008 APS_w009

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