Can a faulty hard drive or SSD cause the PS4 to restart due to a serious error?

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Can a faulty hard drive or SSD cause the PS4 to restart due to a serious error?
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Yes, a failing hard drive or SSD is a common cause. Run a diagnostic test on the drive through the PS4's Storage Device Utility (Settings > System > Storage Device Utility). If the test indicates a problem, you may need to replace the drive.