RCM family
RCM_a117_imuVerticalAcceleration
Safety restraint system issue
What does the RCM_a117_imuVerticalAcceleration alert mean?
RCM_a117_imuVerticalAcceleration
What you'll see in your Tesla
- Safety restraint system issue
- Service is required
What triggers it
The vertical inertial measurement unit is faulted.
When it clears
Auto clear or replace the restraint control module if permanently faulted.
Potential impact
The restraint system may not function as designed.
Affected models
Model 3 2017-2023
Model Y
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