If you use mods (ScriptHookV, OpenIV, or custom car packs), a "fatal error" is almost always due to an outdated script or an invalid gameconfig.xml .
Launch GTA V through Steam or Epic Games; it will automatically prompt you to reinstall the launcher. If you use mods (ScriptHookV, OpenIV, or custom
This is the most effective fix for most users as it identifies and repairs corrupted data. If you use mods (ScriptHookV
: Go to your Library, click the three dots (...) under the GTA V tile, select Manage , and click Verify . or custom car packs)
Summary of common causes
An outdated or corrupted GPU driver is the #1 cause of this error.
Based on community reports and technical analysis (Steam, Rockstar Support, Reddit r/GTAV), this error commonly appears during: