TESLA Alert

VCFRONT-A204

VCFRONT_a204_epas3sSelfTestFail

Also written as VCFRONT_A204 / VCFRONT A204 / VCFRONT_a204_epas3sSelfTestFail / vcfront_a204_epas3sselftestfail

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-A204 mean?

Tesla alert code in the Vehicle Controller Front (VCFRONT) module. The front vehicle controller has detected a problem with the secondary power steering supply circuit. The motor has a circuit warning. HVAC cabin cooling (air conditioning) and powertrain performance may be limited.

Original Description

The front vehicle controller has detected a problem with the secondary power steering supply circuit. The motor has a circuit warning. HVAC cabin cooling (air conditioning) and powertrain performance may be limited.

Affected Tesla Models

Model SModel XModel 3Model YCybertruck

What You May Notice

  • Vehicle Controller Front alert: The front vehicle controller has detected a problem with the secondary power steering supply circuit. The motor has a ci
  • 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-A204 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.

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