VCLEFT-A353
VCLEFT_a353_eFuseMgmtSteeringColumn
Also written as VCLEFT_A353 / VCLEFT A353 / VCLEFT_a353_eFuseMgmtSteeringColumn / vcleft_a353_efusemgmtsteeringcolumn
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 VCLEFT-A353 mean?
Tesla alert code in the Vehicle Controller Left (VCLEFT) module. Unexpected voltage seen on steering column motor outputs. Steering column motors may be disabled Voltage is above 8V for 200ms on at least one of the steering column motor outputs while none of them are being driven Steering column control may be disabled
Original Description
Unexpected voltage seen on steering column motor outputs. Steering column motors may be disabled Voltage is above 8V for 200ms on at least one of the steering column motor outputs while none of them are being driven Steering column control may be disabled
Affected Tesla Models
What You May Notice
- Vehicle Controller Left alert: Unexpected voltage seen on steering column motor outputs. Steering column motors may be disabled Voltage is above 8V for
- Some features (climate, lights, or charging) may be temporarily unavailable
- Alert notification in the Tesla app
How to Diagnose and Resolve
- 1 Perform a soft reboot (hold both scroll wheels)
- 2 Check for pending OTA software updates in Controls > Software
- 3 If multiple features remain non-functional, schedule a service appointment
Severity Notes
VCLEFT-A353 is an Alert in the Vehicle Controller Left system. Confirm the vehicle screen and Tesla app show no driving or charging restrictions, and schedule service if the alert returns.