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Cursor users report frequent high load errors with Grok 4.6 model

Users of the Cursor IDE, particularly those on the Pro plan, are experiencing frequent "High Load" errors when attempting to use the Grok 4.6 model. This issue renders the model unreliable for many, forcing them to switch to alternative models. The cause of the persistent high load is unclear, with users speculating about capacity issues on Cursor's or the model provider's end, or potential account-related problems. AI

IMPACT Frequent "high load" errors with Grok 4.6 in Cursor may indicate capacity constraints or reliability issues impacting user workflows.

RANK_REASON User reports of a specific product experiencing issues.

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Cursor users report frequent high load errors with Grok 4.6 model

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  1. r/cursor TIER_2 Nederlands(NL) · /u/apodemakeles ·

    Grok 4.6 "High Load" keeps happening

    <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>I’ve been hitting this a lot recently and wanted to see if it’s just me.</p> <p>I’m on a Pro plan. When I use Grok 4.6, Cursor frequently shows a High Load message. If I wait — even a long time — and try again, it still doesn’t go through. The on…