TESLA Alert

TAS-A144

TAS_a144_shortCircuitCompressor

Also written as TAS_A144 / TAS A144 / TAS_a144_shortCircuitCompressor / tas_a144_shortcircuitcompressor

System
TAS
Thermal Architecture System
Type
Alert
Category
HVAC
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 TAS-A144 mean?

Tesla alert code in the Thermal Architecture System (TAS) module. Air compressor or air compressor relay detected short circuit. Air compressor or air compressor output shorted to ground or battery voltage. Air suspension leveling disabled.

Original Description

Air compressor or air compressor relay detected short circuit. Air compressor or air compressor output shorted to ground or battery voltage. Air suspension leveling disabled.

Affected Tesla Models

Model SModel XModel 3Model Y

What You May Notice

  • Thermal Architecture System alert: Air compressor or air compressor relay detected short circuit. Air compressor or air compressor output shorted to ground
  • Reduced charging speed in cold weather or battery pre-conditioning required
  • HVAC performance may be slightly affected

How to Diagnose and Resolve

  1. 1 Reboot the vehicle
  2. 2 Check coolant levels if accessible (Model S/X only)
  3. 3 Avoid DC fast charging until battery temperature normalizes
  4. 4 Schedule service if the alert appears in warm ambient conditions

Severity Notes

TAS-A144 is an Alert in the Thermal Architecture 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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