VCFRONT-A373
VCFRONT_a373_chillerControlFlooding
Also written as VCFRONT_A373 / VCFRONT A373 / VCFRONT_a373_chillerControlFlooding / vcfront_a373_chillercontrolflooding
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-A373 mean?
Tesla alert code in the Vehicle Controller Front (VCFRONT) module. The chiller control is in a state where the compressor could be flooding. HVAC cabin cooling (air conditioning) and powertrain performance may be limited. The chiller's superheat is less than 1 deg C for more than 3 seconds while there is chiller demand The chiller control has restarted or the superheat temperature is above the minimum threshold of 1 deg C
Original Description
The chiller control is in a state where the compressor could be flooding. HVAC cabin cooling (air conditioning) and powertrain performance may be limited. The chiller's superheat is less than 1 deg C for more than 3 seconds while there is chiller demand The chiller control has restarted or the superheat temperature is above the minimum threshold of 1 deg C
Affected Tesla Models
What You May Notice
- Vehicle Controller Front alert: The chiller control is in a state where the compressor could be flooding. HVAC cabin cooling (air conditioning) and powe
- 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-A373 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.