Is DIS_F042 the same as DIS-F042?

Yes. DIS_F042, DIS F042, and DIS-F042 are alternate spellings of the same Tesla alert code. Also written as: DIS-F042, DIS_F042, DIS F042, DIS_f042_inletSensor, dis_f042_inletsensor.

What symptoms can DIS-F042 cause?

secondary inverter critical fault: Drive Inverter Slave Fault: There is an issue with the inlet sensor. Vehicle enters reduced power or limp mode; acceleration severely limited Red warning on dashboard — vehicle may not allow driving

What should I check for DIS-F042?

1. Safely pull over and stop the vehicle 2. Attempt a full reboot: hold both scroll wheels until the Tesla logo appears 3. If power is not restored after reboot (fault: "Drive Inverter Slave Fault: There is an issue with"), call Tesla Roadside Assistance 4. The inverter or motor controller will require inspection at a Service Center

Is it safe to drive with DIS-F042?

🔴 Do NOT drive. Stop safely and call for roadside assistance immediately.

TESLA Fault

DIS-F042

DIS_f042_inletSensor

Also written as DIS_F042 / DIS F042 / DIS_f042_inletSensor / dis_f042_inletsensor

System

DIS

Drive Inverter Secondary

Type

Fault

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 DIS-F042 mean?

Tesla fault code in the Drive Inverter Secondary (DIS) module. Drive Inverter Slave Fault: There is an issue with the inlet sensor.

Original Description

Drive Inverter Slave Fault: There is an issue with the inlet sensor.

Affected Tesla Models

Model SModel XCybertruck

What You May Notice

secondary inverter critical fault: Drive Inverter Slave Fault: There is an issue with the inlet sensor.
Vehicle enters reduced power or limp mode; acceleration severely limited
Red warning on dashboard — vehicle may not allow driving

How to Diagnose and Resolve

1 Safely pull over and stop the vehicle
2 Attempt a full reboot: hold both scroll wheels until the Tesla logo appears
3 If power is not restored after reboot (fault: "Drive Inverter Slave Fault: There is an issue with"), call Tesla Roadside Assistance
4 The inverter or motor controller will require inspection at a Service Center

Severity Notes

DIS-F042 is classified as a Fault, indicating a critical issue in the Drive Inverter Secondary system. Do not continue driving and contact Tesla Service immediately.

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