VCFRONT-A221
VCFRONT_a221_leftTurnLightFault
Also written as VCFRONT_A221 / VCFRONT A221 / VCFRONT_a221_leftTurnLightFault / vcfront_a221_leftturnlightfault
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-A221 mean?
Tesla alert code in the Vehicle Controller Front (VCFRONT) module. A fault has been detected with the front left turn indicator. The front left turn indicator may not be working. Working turn indicators on that side will blink at double the speed.
Original Description
A fault has been detected with the front left turn indicator. The front left turn indicator may not be working. Working turn indicators on that side will blink at double the speed.
Affected Tesla Models
What You May Notice
- Vehicle Controller Front alert: A fault has been detected with the front left turn indicator. The front left turn indicator may not be working. Working
- 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-A221 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.