VCLEFT-A389
VCLEFT_a389_steerColInOutEncoderOutOfRange
Also written as VCLEFT_A389 / VCLEFT A389 / VCLEFT_a389_steerColInOutEncoderOutOfRange / vcleft_a389_steercolinoutencoderoutofrange
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-A389 mean?
Tesla alert code in the Vehicle Controller Left (VCLEFT) module. Steering column in/out encoder out of range There is a soft stall condition on the brushless motor A non-zero brushless motor RPM is not reaching the target RPM for some time. The HVAC cabin blower will not be able to run. A reset will take effect to attempt to clear the fault. Latch took longer than expected to release
Original Description
Steering column in/out encoder out of range There is a soft stall condition on the brushless motor A non-zero brushless motor RPM is not reaching the target RPM for some time. The HVAC cabin blower will not be able to run. A reset will take effect to attempt to clear the fault. Latch took longer than expected to release
Affected Tesla Models
What You May Notice
- Vehicle Controller Left alert: Steering column in/out encoder out of range There is a soft stall condition on the brushless motor A non-zero brushless
- 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-A389 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.