Is ESP_D116 the same as ESP-D116?

Yes. ESP_D116, ESP D116, and ESP-D116 are alternate spellings of the same Tesla alert code. Also written as: ESP-D116, ESP_D116, ESP D116, ESP_d116_ptsBlsStatusInvd, esp_d116_ptsblsstatusinvd.

What symptoms can ESP-D116 cause?

ESP-D116 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-D116?

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-D116?

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

TESLA Diagnostic

ESP-D116

ESP_d116_ptsBlsStatusInvd

Also written as ESP_D116 / ESP D116 / ESP_d116_ptsBlsStatusInvd / esp_d116_ptsblsstatusinvd

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-D116 mean?

Tesla diagnostic code in the Electronic Stability Program (ESP) module. Invalid brake pedal status received from CAN. Brake light switch (BLS) signal is invalid on CAN.

Original Description

Invalid brake pedal status received from CAN. Brake light switch (BLS) signal is invalid on CAN.

Affected Tesla Models

Model SModel XModel 3Model YCybertruck

What You May Notice

ESP-D116 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-D116 is a diagnostic or informational code in the Electronic Stability Program system. Typically no immediate action is required.

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