CP_a010
Tesla Thermal Derating Due to High Connector or Cable Temperature

Charging stops and app shows CP_a010; vehicle may report 'Charging limited by wall connector'

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Safety Warning

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

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Possible Causes

High ambient temperature, Coiled or bundled charge cable preventing heat dissipation, Loose internal terminals, Aging cable with increased resistance

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Overheated cables can be a burn or fire hazard. Do not continue charging if the cable feels excessively hot to the touch.

  • Straighten the cable: Uncoil the Tesla charge cable fully and avoid wrapping it tightly during charging. This improves heat dissipation.
  • Check ambient conditions: If installed in a hot garage or in direct sun, consider improving ventilation or shading the unit.
  • Feel for hot spots: Carefully (after stopping charging) feel along the cable and at the handle for localized hot spots. A single very hot area suggests internal conductor damage.
  • Inspect terminals: With power off, a qualified person should open the Wall Connector and check that all terminal screws are tight and show no signs of overheating.
  • Replace if necessary: If the cable insulation is discolored, brittle, or shows signs of melting, the Wall Connector cable assembly or entire unit must be replaced.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Tesla Wall Connector charge cable assembly
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