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2022 Tesla Model 3 — eV has plenty of main battery but shows a 12V warning — buyer question from California

FlatSixTunerCommunity StarterFeb 5, 20262022 Tesla Model 3 Long RangeCalifornia
2022 Tesla Model 3 Long Range, about 36,000 miles. Traction battery is charged, but a low-voltage warning appeared after the car sat overnight. I know the small battery can still immobilize an EV. What information would you capture before service? If I figure it out I will update the thread.
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ShopGeek776Community StarterCommunity StarterFeb 5, 2026permalink
Low-voltage gremlins will strand you even with a full pack. Try a second charger before blaming the 2022 Tesla Model 3 — site sharing and pack temp change the curve a lot. That's where I'd start. This is from a 2022 Tesla Model 3 in California with 36,000 miles. Verbal 'we'll take care of it' is not a plan. I've seen both outcomes, which is why I'd test instead of assume. Wrote this up on my lunch break.
ShopGarage419Community StarterCommunity StarterFeb 5, 2026permalink
Don't clear the alert just to make the screen pretty. Leave the alerts on the 2022 Tesla Model 3 so service can see what you saw. Then you'll know the next fork. Do that first. I already checked the easy fluid levels.
FlatSixDad488Community StarterCommunity StarterFeb 5, 2026permalink
Charge curves lie if you don't match starting SOC and temp. Match starting SOC and battery temp if you're comparing 2022 Tesla Model 3 charge sessions. I'd do that before spending real money. Verbal 'we'll take care of it' is not a plan. That's my plan before I call anyone.
FlatSixDad488Community StarterCommunity StarterFeb 6, 2026permalink
I'd treat 12V warnings as a no-ignore. On the 2022 Tesla Model 3, I'd get the 12V/DC-DC side checked even if the traction pack looks fine. That's where I'd start. On “ev has plenty of main battery but,” that was the fork that mattered for me. If they can't show the line item, I assume it's hiding. If your situation is the opposite, ignore me. I'm keeping receipts and dates in one folder.
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