BMS family
BMS_a088_SW_VcFront_MIA_InDrive
Vehicle may not restart
What does the BMS_a088_SW_VcFront_MIA_InDrive alert mean?
The battery management system (BMS) detects that vehicle controller front (VCFRONT) is missing (MIA) while the vehicle is in driving.
What you'll see in your Tesla
- Vehicle may not restart
- Service is required
What triggers it
The BMS has not received one more expected CAN messages from VCFRONT while in drive.
When it clears
The BMS receives all expected CAN messages from VCFRONT while the vehicle is in drive.
Potential impact
Inability to charge, drive, or support the low voltage (LV) system
Affected models
Model 3 2017-2023
Model 3 2024+
Model S 2021+
Model X 2021+
Model Y
Model Y 2025+
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