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RCM_a005_crcError

Safety restraint system issue

What does the RCM_a005_crcError alert mean?

RCM_a005_crcError

What you'll see in your Tesla

  • Safety restraint system issue
  • Service is required

What triggers it

The restraint control module has detected a checksum fault.

When it clears

The checksum fault is corrected.

Potential impact

The restraint system may not function as designed.

Affected models

Model 3 2017-2023 Model Y

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