VCLEFT-A359
VCLEFT_a359_liftgateLatchExitNoPositionChange
Also written as VCLEFT_A359 / VCLEFT A359 / VCLEFT_a359_liftgateLatchExitNoPositionChange / vcleft_a359_liftgatelatchexitnopositionchange
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-A359 mean?
Tesla alert code in the Vehicle Controller Left (VCLEFT) module. No position change on liftgate latch exit, so the encoder has likely stalled No encoder movement was seen after a latch exit The next time the liftgate encoder is no longer stalled The liftgate will not be able to actuate open
Original Description
No position change on liftgate latch exit, so the encoder has likely stalled No encoder movement was seen after a latch exit The next time the liftgate encoder is no longer stalled The liftgate will not be able to actuate open
Affected Tesla Models
What You May Notice
- Vehicle Controller Left alert: No position change on liftgate latch exit, so the encoder has likely stalled No encoder movement was seen after a latch
- 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-A359 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.