MyTeslaMate
VCFRONT family

VCFRONT_a596_vcrightCurvePowerCutoff

Unable to drive - Service is required

What does the VCFRONT_a596_vcrightCurvePowerCutoff alert mean?

The front vehicle controller (VCFRONT) detects a power draw higher than expected from the right vehicle controller (VCRIGHT), causing the VCFRONT to power off the VCRIGHT.

What you'll see in your Tesla

  • Unable to drive - Service is required
  • Electrical system issue detected

What triggers it

The observed power draw on the VCRIGHT is outside of the defined operating threshold for too long.

When it clears

The VCRIGHT is serviced, and the VCFRONT determines the VCRIGHT power cutoff is no longer required.

Potential impact

Vehicle may be unable to drive and may start to power down. Vehicle functions that depend on the VCRIGHT (such as right side windows, doors, and/or seat functions) may be unavailable or their performance may be affected.

Affected models

Model 3 2017-2023 Model 3 2024+ Model Y Model Y 2025+

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