TESLA Alert

VCFRONT-A253

VCFRONT_a253_maxChrgeSssionTmeout

Also written as VCFRONT_A253 / VCFRONT A253 / VCFRONT_a253_maxChrgeSssionTmeout / vcfront_a253_maxchrgesssiontmeout

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-A253 mean?

Tesla alert code in the Vehicle Controller Front (VCFRONT) module. The maximum 12V battery charging time has been reached resulting in termination of battery charging for this charge session.

Original Description

The maximum 12V battery charging time has been reached resulting in termination of battery charging for this charge session.

Affected Tesla Models

Model SModel XModel 3Model YCybertruck

What You May Notice

  • Vehicle Controller Front alert: The maximum 12V battery charging time has been reached resulting in termination of battery charging for this charge sess
  • 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-A253 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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