BMS-U005
BMS_u005_Low_Power_Until_Charge
Also written as BMS_U005 / BMS U005 / BMS_u005_Low_Power_Until_Charge / bms_u005_low_power_until_charge
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 BMS-U005 mean?
Tesla unknown code in the Battery Management System (BMS) module. The battery management system (BMS) has reduced the power to the battery until the vehicle begins charging. If this alert is present, the vehicle may have a low state of charge (SOC).
Original Description
The battery management system (BMS) has reduced the power to the battery until the vehicle begins charging. If this alert is present, the vehicle may have a low state of charge (SOC).
Affected Tesla Models
What You May Notice
- BMS-U005 may appear with another Tesla alert in the Battery Management System (BMS) system.
- The vehicle may limit charging, driving, comfort, or safety features depending on the active alerts.
- The alert may clear after sleep, but recurring alerts should be treated as service-relevant.
How to Diagnose and Resolve
- 1 Reboot the vehicle (hold both scroll wheels for 10 seconds)
- 2 Check the Tesla app for any pending software updates
- 3 Monitor the alert over 1–2 charge cycles; schedule service if it recurs
Severity Notes
BMS-U005 is a diagnostic or informational code in the Battery Management System system. Typically no immediate action is required.