A glitch in Google's Tensor GS101 chip is causing Pixel 6 Pro phones to randomly reboot after the Android 16 update. The problem stems from a faulty Thermal Management Unit that falsely detects overheating, even when the device is running cool.
Bug report analysis reveals thermal trip trigger
The Pixel 6 Pro, powered by Google's first-generation Tensor GS101 processor, is the affected model. Multiple owners have reported the issue on Reddit, though Google Support says it is not a known problem.
Bug report analysis reveals the boot reason as 'reboot,thermal,tj' with error code 'RST_STAT: 0x40000 – PIN_RESET', indicating a thermal trip. The TMU temperature threshold is set at 115°C, but reboots occur at device temperatures around 56-57°C.
A Reddit user suggests taking a bug report immediately after a reboot to capture the error. The process involves enabling developer options by tapping Build Number seven times, then navigating to Settings > System > Developer Options > Bug Report.
It remains unconfirmed whether the issue affects other Pixel models beyond the Pixel 6 Pro. The glitch appears tied to the Tensor GS101's TMU, which may be unique to this chip.
Google has not acknowledged the problem publicly, leaving affected users without an official fix. Capturing bug reports and submitting them to Google may help speed up a fix.
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