RCM2 family
RCM2_a186_hoodActuatorRCrssCoup
Pedestrian safety system issue
What does the RCM2_a186_hoodActuatorRCrssCoup alert mean?
Right Pedestrian Protection Hood Actuator - Cross coupled
What you'll see in your Tesla
- Pedestrian safety system issue
- Service is required
What triggers it
There is a cross coupling with the right hood actuator.
When it clears
The cross coupling is rectified.
Potential impact
The Right Hood Actuator may not perform as designed.
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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