TESLA Alert

PCS-A073

PCS_a073_unexpectedAcInputVoltage

Also written as PCS_A073 / PCS A073 / PCS_a073_unexpectedAcInputVoltage / pcs_a073_unexpectedacinputvoltage

System
PCS
Power Conversion System
Type
Alert
Category
Battery
Severity
Alert

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 PCS-A073 mean?

Tesla alert code in the Power Conversion System (PCS) module. AC voltage is present when not expected (indicates a bad charge cable / EVSE) Charger detects AC input voltage when not requested for more than five seconds Charger does not detect AC input voltage when not requested

Original Description

AC voltage is present when not expected (indicates a bad charge cable / EVSE) Charger detects AC input voltage when not requested for more than five seconds Charger does not detect AC input voltage when not requested

Affected Tesla Models

Model SModel XModel 3Model Y

What You May Notice

  • Power Conversion System alert: AC voltage is present when not expected (indicates a bad charge cable / EVSE) Charger detects AC input voltage when not
  • DC-DC converter issue may affect 12V system (lights, accessories)
  • Alert shown in the Tesla app

How to Diagnose and Resolve

  1. 1 Reboot the vehicle
  2. 2 Check if 12V accessories (lights, door handles) are behaving normally
  3. 3 Schedule a Tesla Service appointment for PCS inspection

Severity Notes

PCS-A073 is an Alert in the Power Conversion System system. Confirm the vehicle screen and Tesla app show no driving or charging restrictions, and schedule service if the alert returns.

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