ESP-D053
ESP_d053_sasMonConstSig
Also written as ESP_D053 / ESP D053 / ESP_d053_sasMonConstSig / esp_d053_sasmonconstsig
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-D053 mean?
Tesla diagnostic code in the Electronic Stability Program (ESP) module. Steering Wheel Position Sensor: Constant signal detected. There is a Steering Angle Sensor (SAS) failure due to a constant steering angle signal. If there is no change in the steering angle signal, a fault is determined. At a minimum change of the default 5deg, the monitoring is reset.
Original Description
Steering Wheel Position Sensor: Constant signal detected. There is a Steering Angle Sensor (SAS) failure due to a constant steering angle signal. If there is no change in the steering angle signal, a fault is determined. At a minimum change of the default 5deg, the monitoring is reset.
Affected Tesla Models
What You May Notice
- ESP-D053 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-D053 is a diagnostic or informational code in the Electronic Stability Program system. Typically no immediate action is required.