TESLA Warning

MCU-W016

MCU_w016_wifiAntennaDisconnected

Also written as MCU_W016 / MCU W016 / MCU_w016_wifiAntennaDisconnected / mcu_w016_wifiantennadisconnected

System
MCU
Media Control Unit
Type
Warning
Category
Network
Severity
Warning

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 MCU-W016 mean?

Tesla warning code in the Media Control Unit (MCU) module. The WiFi antenna may be disconnected.

Original Description

The WiFi antenna may be disconnected.

Affected Tesla Models

Model SModel XModel 3Model Y

What You May Notice

  • Media Control Unit alert: The WiFi antenna may be disconnected.
  • Touchscreen may show an error for one or more apps or settings
  • Feature may restore itself after a reboot

How to Diagnose and Resolve

  1. 1 Perform a soft reboot (hold both scroll wheels for ~10 seconds)
  2. 2 Check for pending OTA software updates
  3. 3 If the issue persists, schedule a service appointment

Severity Notes

MCU-W016 is a Warning in the Media Control Unit system. Schedule service soon. Monitor your vehicle for additional warnings.

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