Vehicle Communication Bus A Performance
2017-2020 Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus Single Motor RWD
Description
CAN bus A is communicating but performance is below acceptable threshold. Data is being lost or corrupted.
Symptoms
- Intermittent warning lights
- Occasional system glitches
- Delayed module responses
- Scan tool slow or intermittent
Common Causes
- High bus load from chatty module
- Degraded wiring causing retransmissions
- Poor termination
- Electromagnetic interference from aftermarket equipment
Diagnostic Steps
- Monitor CAN bus load percentage
- Check bus termination resistance
- Scope bus signals for noise
- Remove aftermarket devices and retest
- Check for proper wire twist rate on CAN pair
Repair Notes
Reduce bus load or repair wiring quality issues. Ensure proper bus termination.
Related Codes
Other Network Codes
- U0001High Speed CAN Communication Bus
- U0002High Speed CAN Communication Bus Performance
- U0003High Speed CAN Communication Bus (+) Open
- U0004High Speed CAN Communication Bus (+) Low
- U0005High Speed CAN Communication Bus (+) High
- U0006High Speed CAN Communication Bus (-) Open
- U0007High Speed CAN Communication Bus (-) Low
- U0008High Speed CAN Communication Bus (-) High
- U0009High Speed CAN Communication Bus Shorted Together
- U0010Medium Speed CAN Communication Bus
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Common Questions
What does code U0028 mean on a 2017-2020 Tesla Model 3?
U0028 stands for "Vehicle Communication Bus A Performance". CAN bus A is communicating but performance is below acceptable threshold. Data is being lost or corrupted.
What are the symptoms of U0028 on a Tesla Model 3?
Common symptoms of U0028 include: Intermittent warning lights, Occasional system glitches, Delayed module responses, Scan tool slow or intermittent.
What causes U0028 on a 2017-2020 Tesla Model 3?
Common causes of U0028 include: High bus load from chatty module, Degraded wiring causing retransmissions, Poor termination, Electromagnetic interference from aftermarket equipment.