TESLA Alert

VCFRONT-A136

VCFRONT_a136_refrigDischTempSns

Also written as VCFRONT_A136 / VCFRONT A136 / VCFRONT_a136_refrigDischTempSns / vcfront_a136_refrigdischtempsns

System
VCFRONT
Vehicle Controller Front
Type
Alert
Category
Network
Severity
Alert

Why does the exact Tesla alert ID matter?

Record the exact alert ID, including underscores, suffixes, and companion alerts. Tesla alerts that look similar can point to different modules, timestamps, and service procedures.

What does VCFRONT-A136 mean?

Tesla alert code in the Vehicle Controller Front (VCFRONT) module. The refrigerant discharge temperature sensor has an electrical fault (disconnect, short or internal). HVAC cabin cooling (air conditioning) and powertrain performance may be limited. 12V battery temperature sensor damaged/shorted 12V battery may experience accelerated degradation

Original Description

The refrigerant discharge temperature sensor has an electrical fault (disconnect, short or internal). HVAC cabin cooling (air conditioning) and powertrain performance may be limited. 12V battery temperature sensor damaged/shorted 12V battery may experience accelerated degradation

Affected Tesla Models

Model SModel XModel 3Model YCybertruck

What You May Notice

  • Vehicle Controller Front alert: The refrigerant discharge temperature sensor has an electrical fault (disconnect, short or internal). HVAC cabin cooling
  • Some features (climate, lights, or charging) may be temporarily unavailable
  • Alert notification in the Tesla app

How to Diagnose and Resolve

  1. 1 Perform a soft reboot (hold both scroll wheels)
  2. 2 Check for pending OTA software updates in Controls > Software
  3. 3 If multiple features remain non-functional, schedule a service appointment

Severity Notes

VCFRONT-A136 is an Alert in the Vehicle Controller Front system. Confirm the vehicle screen and Tesla app show no driving or charging restrictions, and schedule service if the alert returns.

Other VCFRONT Codes

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