Combat Skill
Troubleshooting
Fix weapon malfunctions faster. Elite halves repeat malfunction chances.
Effects Per Level
- +Increases malfunction fixing speed by 0.5% per level, up to +25% at Elite
Elite Perk (Level 51)
- ★Malfunction type is identified without examining the weapon
- ★50% lower chance of repeat malfunctions from the same cause (magazine, durability, or cartridge) after fixing one
How to Raise Troubleshooting
- •Fix weapon malfunctions in raid
- •Quest rewards: Safety Guarantee, Never Too Late To Learn, and Consolation Prize
Fastest Way to Level
- 1.Malfunctions come from low durability and cheap ammo. Running worn scav-tier guns with surplus ammo generates them naturally, each fix is progress
Remember the per-raid decay: gains slow sharply after 2 points in a raid and reset after 200 seconds without progress. The full system is explained on the skills hub.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Troubleshooting skill do in Tarkov?
Fix weapon malfunctions faster. Elite halves repeat malfunction chances. Key effects: increases malfunction fixing speed by 0.5% per level, up to +25% at elite.
What is the fastest way to level Troubleshooting?
Malfunctions come from low durability and cheap ammo. Running worn scav-tier guns with surplus ammo generates them naturally, each fix is progress
What is the Elite perk for Troubleshooting?
At level 51 (Elite): Malfunction type is identified without examining the weapon; 50% lower chance of repeat malfunctions from the same cause (magazine, durability, or cartridge) after fixing one.