Tesla Fault Code
Free · no signupP0C11
Limp Mode / Power Reduced. Car feels sluggish; cooling fan runs at max speed.
System
Electric Drive
Symptom
Limp Mode / Power Reduced. Car feels sluggish; cooling fan runs at max speed.
Diagnosis & fix steps
Drive Motor "A" Inverter Phase U Over Temperature.
LOGIC: The inverter’s internal temperature sensor has exceeded safety limits.
ACTION: Inspect the EV cooling system (electric water pump) and coolant level.
Red Seal field insights
Pro-Tip: Modern EV inverters are liquid-cooled. Air bubbles in the coolant loop (often after a minor fender-bender or coolant flush) will cause "hot spots" that trigger P0C11.
Same code keeps coming back?
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