VCRIGHT-A163
VCRIGHT_a163_windowEncoderStallR
Also written as VCRIGHT_A163 / VCRIGHT A163 / VCRIGHT_a163_windowEncoderStallR / vcright_a163_windowencoderstallr
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 VCRIGHT-A163 mean?
Tesla alert code in the Vehicle Controller Right (VCRIGHT) module. PTC heater is faulted due to the reason set in the alert context data One of the faults on the PTC heater is active No faults on the PTC heater are active This may result in reduced HVAC heating performance
Original Description
PTC heater is faulted due to the reason set in the alert context data One of the faults on the PTC heater is active No faults on the PTC heater are active This may result in reduced HVAC heating performance
Affected Tesla Models
What You May Notice
- Vehicle Controller Right alert: PTC heater is faulted due to the reason set in the alert context data One of the faults on the PTC heater is active No f
- 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
VCRIGHT-A163 is an Alert in the Vehicle Controller Right system. Confirm the vehicle screen and Tesla app show no driving or charging restrictions, and schedule service if the alert returns.