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Tesla CC_f003

Unable to charge - Wall Connector GFCI tripped Disconnect and retry or use different equipment

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DriveNot yet established by verified evidence.
ChargeCharging is unavailable with the Wall Connector while CC_f003 is present. Tesla advises retrying the connection or using different equipment.
ServiceIf the issue persists after the documented retry and circuit-breaker reset, consult an electrician or contact Tesla.
Confidence95%

Quick answer

CC_f003 means the Wall Connector’s ground-fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) has tripped, so charging cannot proceed with that equipment. Disconnect and reconnect the Wall Connector; if it persists, use different charging equipment or consult an electrician/Tesla.

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1. What does CC_f003 mean?

CC_f003 means the Wall Connector’s ground-fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) has tripped, so charging cannot proceed with that equipment. Disconnect and reconnect the Wall Connector; if it persists, use different charging equipment or consult an electrician/Tesla.

2. Technical explanation

Tesla documentation filed with NHTSA describes CC_f003 as a ground fault: current is leaking through an unsafe path. It identifies a possible line-to-ground or neutral-to-ground fault. The alert concerns the Wall Connector/charging equipment and reports that charging is unavailable.

3. What system is affected?

Tesla Wall Connector charging equipment and its GFCI protection.

4. How serious is this code?

Not yet established by verified evidence.

5. Symptoms you may notice

  • The vehicle displays CC_f003.
  • Charging with the Wall Connector is unavailable.
  • The Wall Connector GFCI has tripped.

6. Possible causes

  • Ground fault.
  • Current leaking through an unsafe path.
  • Possible line-to-ground fault.
  • Possible neutral-to-ground fault.

7. Can I still drive the vehicle?

Not yet established by verified evidence.

8. Can I charge the vehicle?

Charging is unavailable with the Wall Connector while CC_f003 is present. Tesla advises retrying the connection or using different equipment.

9. What you can safely do

  • Disconnect the Wall Connector from the vehicle and reconnect it to try charging again.
  • If the condition persists, use different charging equipment.
  • If the condition persists, consult an electrician or contact Tesla.
  • Refer to the Wall Connector installation guide for further information.

10. Step-by-step troubleshooting

  1. Try charging again by disconnecting the Wall Connector from the vehicle and reconnecting it.
  2. If the issue persists, turn OFF the circuit breaker servicing the Wall Connector, wait 10 seconds, turn the circuit breaker ON again, then reconnect the Wall Connector to the vehicle.
  3. Do not perform electrical or Wall Connector repair work yourself; Tesla’s verified guidance directs the owner to an electrician or Tesla if the issue persists.

11. When to contact service

If the issue persists after the documented retry and circuit-breaker reset, consult an electrician or contact Tesla.

12. What the service center may check

  • Evaluate the Wall Connector installation and equipment for the documented possible line-to-ground or neutral-to-ground fault.
  • Use the Wall Connector installation guide as directed by Tesla.

13. Possible repair or resolution

  • Not yet established by verified evidence. The verified documentation directs consultation with an electrician or Tesla if the condition persists.

14. Affected vehicles

15. Related TSBs / service bulletins

  • NHTSA Manufacturer Communication PDF 10250483: ManualC, published December 1, 2023: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2023/MC-10250483-9999.pdf
  • NHTSA Manufacturer Communication PDF 10240951: Owner's Manual, published June 9, 2023: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2023/MC-10240951-9999.pdf
  • NHTSA Manufacturer Communication PDF 10253660: Index381, published March 26, 2024: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2024/MC-10253660-9999.pdf

16. Recall information

  • Not yet established by verified evidence.

17. Official manufacturer information

Verified NHTSA-filed Tesla documentation: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2023/MC-10250483-9999.pdf. Verified applicability is Tesla Model 3 (2017–2023), Model S (2012–2023), and Model X (2016–2023), US region.

19. Frequently asked questions

What does Tesla alert CC_f003 mean?

It means the Wall Connector GFCI has tripped. Tesla describes this as a ground fault, where current is leaking through an unsafe path.

What should I do first?

Disconnect the Wall Connector from the vehicle, reconnect it, and retry charging.

What if CC_f003 returns?

Tesla instructs owners to turn off the circuit breaker servicing the Wall Connector, wait 10 seconds, turn it back on, and reconnect. If it persists, consult an electrician or contact Tesla; different charging equipment may be used.

Can I still drive?

Not yet established by verified evidence.

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