VCFRONT family
VCFRONT_a208_brakeFluidLow
Brake fluid low
What does the VCFRONT_a208_brakeFluidLow alert mean?
The front vehicle controller (VCFRONT) reports the brake fluid level is low.
What you'll see in your Tesla
- Brake fluid low
- Pull over safely - Press brake pedal firmly to stop
What triggers it
VCFRONT detects the brake fluid level sensor reporting its electromechanical switch is closed, indicating the brake fluid reservoir is low or empty.
When it clears
VCFRONT detects the brake fluid level sensor reporting its electromechanical switch is open, indicating the brake fluid reservoir is no longer low or empty.
Potential impact
Brakes may not work as expected.
Affected models
Model 3 2017-2023
Model 3 2024+
Model S 2021+
Model X 2021+
Model Y
Model Y 2025+
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