Is ESP_A196 the same as ESP-A196?

Yes. ESP_A196, ESP A196, and ESP-A196 are alternate spellings of the same Tesla alert code. Also written as: ESP-A196, ESP_A196, ESP A196, ESP_a196_DIsystemStatusTimeout, esp_a196_disystemstatustimeout.

What symptoms can ESP-A196 cause?

ESP-A196 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-A196?

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-A196?

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

TESLA Alert

ESP-A196

ESP_a196_DIsystemStatusTimeout

Also written as ESP_A196 / ESP A196 / ESP_a196_DIsystemStatusTimeout / esp_a196_disystemstatustimeout

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-A196 mean?

Tesla alert code in the Electronic Stability Program (ESP) module. Generic alert for an EBD fault

Original Description

Generic alert for an EBD fault

Affected Tesla Models

Model SModel XModel 3Model YCybertruck

What You May Notice

ESP-A196 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-A196 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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