TESLA Alert

VCLEFT-A446

VCLEFT_a446_trailerAuxReversePower

Also written as VCLEFT_A446 / VCLEFT A446 / VCLEFT_a446_trailerAuxReversePower / vcleft_a446_trailerauxreversepower

System
VCLEFT
Vehicle Controller Left
Type
Alert
Category
Network
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 VCLEFT-A446 mean?

Tesla alert code in the Vehicle Controller Left (VCLEFT) module. Trailer aux is powering VCLEFT and the downstream loads Unexpected voltage seen on liftgate strut output. Liftgate strut may be disabled Voltage is above 8V for 200ms on the liftgate strut output while it is not being driven Liftgate control may be disabled

Original Description

Trailer aux is powering VCLEFT and the downstream loads Unexpected voltage seen on liftgate strut output. Liftgate strut may be disabled Voltage is above 8V for 200ms on the liftgate strut output while it is not being driven Liftgate control may be disabled

Affected Tesla Models

Model SModel XModel 3Model YCybertruck

What You May Notice

  • Vehicle Controller Left alert: Trailer aux is powering VCLEFT and the downstream loads Unexpected voltage seen on liftgate strut output. Liftgate strut
  • Some features (climate, lights, or charging) may be temporarily unavailable
  • Alert notification in the Tesla app

How to Diagnose and Resolve

  1. 1 Perform a soft reboot (hold both scroll wheels)
  2. 2 Check for pending OTA software updates in Controls > Software
  3. 3 If multiple features remain non-functional, schedule a service appointment

Severity Notes

VCLEFT-A446 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.

Other VCLEFT Codes

VCLEFT_a001 VCLEFT_a002 VCLEFT_a003 VCLEFT_a005 VCLEFT_a006 VCLEFT_a010 VCLEFT_a012 VCLEFT_a013
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