Is ESP_D040 the same as ESP-D040?

Yes. ESP_D040, ESP D040, and ESP-D040 are alternate spellings of the same Tesla alert code. Also written as: ESP-D040, ESP_D040, ESP D040, ESP_d040_wssRRPlausibility, esp_d040_wssrrplausibility.

What symptoms can ESP-D040 cause?

ESP-D040 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-D040?

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-D040?

🟢 Record the code and follow the vehicle display or OEM guidance if it appears again.

TESLA Diagnostic

ESP-D040

ESP_d040_wssRRPlausibility

Also written as ESP_D040 / ESP D040 / ESP_d040_wssRRPlausibility / esp_d040_wssrrplausibility

System

ESP

Electronic Stability Program

Type

Diagnostic

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-D040 mean?

Tesla diagnostic code in the Electronic Stability Program (ESP) module. Right Rear Wheel Speed Sensor (WSS): Plausibility against second signal failed.

Original Description

Right Rear Wheel Speed Sensor (WSS): Plausibility against second signal failed.

Affected Tesla Models

Model SModel XModel 3Model YCybertruck

What You May Notice

ESP-D040 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-D040 is a diagnostic or informational code in the Electronic Stability Program system. Typically no immediate action is required.

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