IBST family
IBST_a018_unsupportedHW
Power braking assist reduced
What does the IBST_a018_unsupportedHW alert mean?
iBooster (IBST) has detected the flashed software does not match to the device.
What you'll see in your Tesla
- Power braking assist reduced
- Braking may require increased effort
What triggers it
IBST detects flashed software does not match to the device.
When it clears
iBooster can not recover from this condition. iBooster replacement may be required.
Potential impact
IBST may not operate as expected.
Affected models
Cybertruck
Model 3 2017-2023
Model 3 2024+
Model S 2021+
Model X 2021+
Model Y
Model Y 2025+
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