TESLA Alert

VCFRONT-A396

VCFRONT_a396_coolantLevelLowUserFacing

Also written as VCFRONT_A396 / VCFRONT A396 / VCFRONT_a396_coolantLevelLowUserFacing / vcfront_a396_coolantlevellowuserfacing

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-A396 mean?

Tesla alert code in the Vehicle Controller Front (VCFRONT) module. The coolant level sensor is reporting that the coolant is not filled. Powertrain and HVAC performance may be limited. The coolant is low or the coolant level sensor has an electrical fault (disconnect, short, or internal) The coolant is no longer low and no faults are detected Powertrain and HVAC performance may be limited.

Original Description

The coolant level sensor is reporting that the coolant is not filled. Powertrain and HVAC performance may be limited. The coolant is low or the coolant level sensor has an electrical fault (disconnect, short, or internal) The coolant is no longer low and no faults are detected Powertrain and HVAC performance may be limited.

Affected Tesla Models

Model SModel XModel 3Model YCybertruck

What You May Notice

  • Vehicle Controller Front alert: The coolant level sensor is reporting that the coolant is not filled. Powertrain and HVAC performance may be limited. Th
  • 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-A396 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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