TESLA Warning

OCS1P-W138

OCS1P_w138_seatbackSelfDutyLow

Also written as OCS1P_W138 / OCS1P W138 / OCS1P_w138_seatbackSelfDutyLow / ocs1p_w138_seatbackselfdutylow

System
OCS1P
Occupant Classification System
Type
Warning
Category
Body
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 OCS1P-W138 mean?

Tesla warning code in the Occupant Classification System (OCS1P) module. The seatback self capacitance sensor reading has a low duty cycle The sandwich sensor is disconnected The frequency reading is > 38kHz The frequency reading returns below 38kHz The frequency reading is 1kHz The frequency reading returns above 22kHz

Original Description

The seatback self capacitance sensor reading has a low duty cycle The sandwich sensor is disconnected The frequency reading is > 38kHz The frequency reading returns below 38kHz The frequency reading is 1kHz The frequency reading returns above 22kHz

Affected Tesla Models

Model SModel XModel 3Model Y

What You May Notice

  • Occupant Classification System alert: The seatback self capacitance sensor reading has a low duty cycle The sandwich sensor is disconnected The frequency read
  • Related vehicle feature may be reduced or unavailable
  • Alert visible in the Tesla app: The seatback self capacitance sensor reading has a low duty cycle The sandwich s

How to Diagnose and Resolve

  1. 1 Reboot the vehicle by holding both scroll wheels for 10 seconds
  2. 2 Check for pending OTA software updates in Controls > Software
  3. 3 If the alert persists, schedule a Tesla Service appointment
  4. 4 Describe the alert code and any symptoms when booking service

Severity Notes

OCS1P-W138 is a Warning in the Occupant Classification System system. Schedule service soon. Monitor your vehicle for additional warnings.

Other OCS1P Codes

OCS1P_w121 OCS1P_w122 Tesla warning code in the Occupant Classification System (OC... OCS1P_w123 OCS1P_w124 OCS1P_w125 OCS1P_w126 OCS1P_w127 OCS1P_w128
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