VCFRONT-A176
VCFRONT_a176_vehicleInSelfTest
Also written as VCFRONT_A176 / VCFRONT A176 / VCFRONT_a176_vehicleInSelfTest / vcfront_a176_vehicleinselftest
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-A176 mean?
Tesla alert code in the Vehicle Controller Front (VCFRONT) module. The vehicle is in a self test state, some functions are inhibited. ODIN or other has put the vehicle in this state using UDS commands. UDS commands are no longer active. Functions will be inhibited and non-standard behaviors will be observed.
Original Description
The vehicle is in a self test state, some functions are inhibited. ODIN or other has put the vehicle in this state using UDS commands. UDS commands are no longer active. Functions will be inhibited and non-standard behaviors will be observed.
Affected Tesla Models
What You May Notice
- Vehicle Controller Front alert: The vehicle is in a self test state, some functions are inhibited. ODIN or other has put the vehicle in this state using
- Some features (climate, lights, or charging) may be temporarily unavailable
- Alert notification in the Tesla app
How to Diagnose and Resolve
- 1 Perform a soft reboot (hold both scroll wheels)
- 2 Check for pending OTA software updates in Controls > Software
- 3 If multiple features remain non-functional, schedule a service appointment
Severity Notes
VCFRONT-A176 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.