EVENT_TRACING_FATAL_ERROR (0x11D)
What is this error?
An error occurred in the Event Tracing subsystem. This rare crash can be caused by corrupted system files or disk errors.
Common causes
- corrupted system files
- disk I/O error during event log write
- third-party event log tool
- Windows Update corruption
How to fix it
- Run sfc /scannow and DISM
- check disk health
- clear Event Viewer logs if corrupted
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Get free AI diagnosis Detailed analysis
Bug check 0x0000011D (EVENT_TRACING_FATAL_ERROR) indicates a fatal error in the Windows Event Tracing subsystem (ETW). This is relatively rare and usually caused by: corrupted event log files, disk I/O error occurring while the event logger is writing, third-party event logging or monitoring tools conflicting with ETW, or system file corruption. Fixes:
- Run sfc /scannow and DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth,
- Clear all Event Viewer logs: open Event Viewer → right-click each log → Clear Log,
- Check disk health — event log corruption often indicates a dying drive,
- Uninstall any third-party event logging or system monitoring tools,
- If persistent: boot into Safe Mode and run cleanup from there.
When to seek help
If this error keeps happening after trying the fixes above, it may point to a deeper hardware or system issue. Consider professional help if:
- The crash occurs across multiple games or applications
- You see the same error after a clean Windows install
- Your PC is less than a year old (could be a warranty issue)
- You smell burning or hear unusual sounds from your PC
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