TESLA Alert

PCS-A074

PCS_a074_hvBusDischargeFailure

Also written as PCS_A074 / PCS A074 / PCS_a074_hvBusDischargeFailure / pcs_a074_hvbusdischargefailure

System
PCS
Power Conversion System
Type
Alert
Category
Battery
Severity
Alert

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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-A074 mean?

Tesla alert code in the Power Conversion System (PCS) module. PCS DCDC failed to discharge HV bus DCDC converter was unable to discharge HV bus when commanded to

Original Description

PCS DCDC failed to discharge HV bus DCDC converter was unable to discharge HV bus when commanded to

Affected Tesla Models

Model SModel XModel 3Model Y

What You May Notice

  • Power Conversion System alert: PCS DCDC failed to discharge HV bus DCDC converter was unable to discharge HV bus when commanded to
  • 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-A074 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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