Is ESP_A122 the same as ESP-A122?

Yes. ESP_A122, ESP A122, and ESP-A122 are alternate spellings of the same Tesla alert code. Also written as: ESP-A122, ESP_A122, ESP A122, ESP_a122_bdwActive, esp_a122_bdwactive.

What symptoms can ESP-A122 cause?

ESP-A122 may appear with another Tesla alert in the Electronic Stability Program (ESP) 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.

What should I check for ESP-A122?

1. Reboot the vehicle by holding both scroll wheels 2. Check for available OTA software updates 3. If alert persists after reboot, schedule a service appointment

Is it safe to drive with ESP-A122?

🔵 Do not use this page as drive-clearance. Monitor the alert and arrange service if it returns.

TESLA Alert

ESP-A122

ESP_a122_bdwActive

Also written as ESP_A122 / ESP A122 / ESP_a122_bdwActive / esp_a122_bdwactive

System

ESP

Electronic Stability Program

Type

Alert

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 ESP-A122 mean?

Tesla alert code in the Electronic Stability Program (ESP) module. Brake disk wipe active 17.0.122

Original Description

Brake disk wipe active 17.0.122

Affected Tesla Models

Model SModel XModel 3Model YCybertruck

What You May Notice

ESP-A122 may appear with another Tesla alert in the Electronic Stability Program (ESP) 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 by holding both scroll wheels
2 Check for available OTA software updates
3 If alert persists after reboot, schedule a service appointment

Severity Notes

ESP-A122 is an Alert in the Electronic Stability Program system. Confirm the vehicle screen and Tesla app show no driving or charging restrictions, and schedule service if the alert returns.

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