I got up this morning and upon entering my 2022 M3 RWD I got this error code. There was also a large puddle of coolant on the garage floor. I initially thought it was water that had leaked into the garage from rain overnight. But upon inspection it prove to be coolant, The code says the car is drivable and I had to make a 2 mile drive to the local USPO and as I was returning it stated that max speed was limited to 60mph. The coolant is leaking from just behind the HV battery, between the rear motor. What is weird is that I last drove the car on Wednesday but the error code is dated early this morning. Anyways, I have the car scheduled to be towed to the Tucson SC tomorrow afternoon, which is ~150 miles away...
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VCFRONT_a396 error code!
- Thread starter DuncanM
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The error is likely triggered by the coolant level sensor. It was likely leaking for a bit, and reached the critical level this morning.
The limited its top speed to make sure the battery does not overheat given the low cooling level. If you absolutely must drive somewhere between now and tomorrow afternoon, you could top off the coolant level with proper coolant. You'll find whats needed on this forum.
The limited its top speed to make sure the battery does not overheat given the low cooling level. If you absolutely must drive somewhere between now and tomorrow afternoon, you could top off the coolant level with proper coolant. You'll find whats needed on this forum.
Just took delivery of my new M3LR and got this error on day 2. They towed to the car to the service center. Try calling and see if they can do the same. Ideally you should avoid driving it.
There was no indications of any leakage prior to this morning and it's running out at quite a high rate, I am many miles away from an autoparts shop. I have a tow scheduled for 2pm tomorrow but it looks like I am going to be SOL in terms of a loaner because they won't be able to ascertain if it's a warranty issue, prior to the SC closing.
@Icetouch has a thread on their experience that it appears they joined TMC to post. You can find it here:
Brand new model 3 leaking coolant right after delivery
Just took delivery of a brand new model 3 LR but after parking it in the garage for one night, there was a huge pool of blue coolant on the ground. Service is saying the rear drive unit coolant hose requires replacement, and how it is likely due to road debris. While I cannot say road debris...
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Unfortunately I did not get a loaner. They did not mention about charges, so hopefully it'll be covered by warranty. Will update you once I know tomorrow.
Just got my car back. They replaced the hose under warranty, no charges.
Service estimate is:
Total Parts (USD) 91.00
Total Labor (USD) 945.00
Discount 0.00 Subtotal
(USD) 1,036.00
Tax 7.92
Total Amount (USD) 1,043.92
Did a rodent eat your coolant hose? We had mice destroy our shop truck when it was parked outside. They ate all the coolant, power steering, and brake hoses.
We've had similar problems in the past (not with our M3) in our open carport in Ferndale WA, but not here (Portal AZ) in our garage.
Thankfully, my car insurance policy covers rodent damage. If you search the forum, you'll find a number of similar incidents...
