U0130moderate severityNetwork
Lost Communication with Trailer Brake Control Module
on 2012 Tesla Model S 85 kWh Single Motor RWD · RWD
What this code means
Cannot communicate with the integrated trailer brake controller.
Symptoms
- Trailer brake warning light
- Trailer brakes not functioning
- Trailer brake gain not adjustable
- Towing mode limited
Common causes
- Trailer brake module failure
- Trailer wiring issue
- CAN bus wiring
- Module power loss
- Fuse blown
Diagnostic steps
- Check trailer brake module fuse
- Test module power and ground
- Check trailer connector wiring
- Inspect CAN wiring
- Test trailer brake output
Repair notes
Check trailer wiring connector first. Verify factory trailer brake module power supply.
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U0001
High Speed CAN Communication Bus
U0002
High Speed CAN Communication Bus Performance
U0003
High Speed CAN Communication Bus (+) Open
U0004
High Speed CAN Communication Bus (+) Low
U0005
High Speed CAN Communication Bus (+) High
U0006
High Speed CAN Communication Bus (-) Open
U0007
High Speed CAN Communication Bus (-) Low
U0008
High Speed CAN Communication Bus (-) High
U0009
High Speed CAN Communication Bus Shorted Together
U0010
Medium Speed CAN Communication Bus