VCRIGHT-A312
VCRIGHT_a312_rightTailLightFault
Also written as VCRIGHT_A312 / VCRIGHT A312 / VCRIGHT_a312_rightTailLightFault / vcright_a312_righttaillightfault
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 VCRIGHT-A312 mean?
Tesla alert code in the Vehicle Controller Right (VCRIGHT) module. A fault has been detected with the right tail light. Model 3: this includes right body-side tail, left+right liftgate tail, and license plate lights. Model Y: this includes right body-side tail and right liftgate tail lamps. The right tail light may not be working.
Original Description
A fault has been detected with the right tail light. Model 3: this includes right body-side tail, left+right liftgate tail, and license plate lights. Model Y: this includes right body-side tail and right liftgate tail lamps. The right tail light may not be working.
Affected Tesla Models
What You May Notice
- Vehicle Controller Right alert: A fault has been detected with the right tail light. Model 3: this includes right body-side tail, left+right liftgate ta
- 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
VCRIGHT-A312 is an Alert in the Vehicle Controller Right system. Confirm the vehicle screen and Tesla app show no driving or charging restrictions, and schedule service if the alert returns.