RCU_a056_redundantControllerIsMaster

The Redundant Control Unit (RCU) is the master hydraulic brake controller.

Live incidence rate

<0.01% (Extremely rare)

Vehicle messages

Power braking assist reduced
Braking may require increased effort

Impact

The Redundant Control Unit will provide brake boost when the driver applies the brake pedal. This will result higher than normal brake pedal forces being required to achieve a given vehicle deceleration in addition to vibrating noises when the pedal is pressed.

Description

The Redundant Control Unit (RCU) is the master hydraulic brake controller.

Cause

The IDB_boosterStatus signal has indicated that the Integrated Dynamic Brake (IDB) is unable to generate hydraulic brake pressure.

Clear condition

The IDB_boosterStatus signal indicates that the Integrated Dynamic Brake (IDB) is now able to generate hydraulic brake pressure.

Models

Model Y 2025+

Visibility

customer, service-fix

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