Panic error

Touch ID panic on iPhone

Part to check: Fingerprint sensor (Mesa)

Touch ID 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 Fingerprint sensor (Mesa). 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
Touch ID
Category
Touch ID
Severity
Medium
Confidence
Likely
Part to check
Fingerprint sensor (Mesa)

What it means

The Touch ID sensor hit an error.

Common causes

  • Faulty Home button / Home button flex
  • Connector

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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