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Kernel data abort panic on iPhone

Part to check: Software (most likely) / RAM / NAND

Kernel data abort is a kernel panic that makes an iPhone restart on its own, usually leaving a Panic-Full log under Analytics Data. When this error line appears, the first part to check is Software (most likely) / RAM / NAND. Severity is rated medium, and confidence in this diagnosis is likely. Below you will find what the error means and its most common causes; to pin down what is wrong with your phone, scan the log with the Panic Scan app.

Basic information

Code
Kernel data abort
Category
Software
Severity
Medium
Confidence
Likely
Part to check
Software (most likely) / RAM / NAND

What it means

The kernel hit a bad memory read. Mostly software; if it repeats after a restore, suspect RAM/NAND.

Common causes

  • iOS bug / tweak / jailbreak
  • Faulty RAM or NAND

For reference only, compiled from repair documentation and community data. The same error can come from more than one part; always confirm on the actual device.

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