CPSC2025-11-13
Tesla Recalls Powerwall 2 AC Battery Power Systems Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; Risk of Serious Injury or Death
Tesla, Inc., of Reno, Nevada
Hazard
The lithium-ion battery cells in certain Powerwall 2 systems can cause the unit to stop functioning during normal use, which can result in overheating and, in some cases, smoke or flame and can cause death or serious injury due to fire and burn hazards.
Remedy
Consumers should ensure their Powerwall 2 system is online and check the Tesla App for a notification about whether their unit is included in the recall. Tesla has remotely discharged (or removed energy from the battery of) affected Powerwall 2 systems that are online, to prevent overheating, until the replacement is installed.
Sold at
Tesla.com/powerwall and through certified Tesla installers nationwide from November 2020 through December 2022 for about $8,000.
Affected count
About 10,500
Injuries reported
The firm has received 22 reports of overheating, including six reports of smoking and five reports of fire, resulting in minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
United States
Remedy type
Replace
Products
Certain Tesla Powerwall 2 AC Battery Power System
Consumer contact
Tesla Support team by email at powerwallsupportna@tesla.com or toll-free at 877-961-7652 Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT or online at https://tesla.com/support/energy/powerwall/own/powerwall-2-replacement or https://tesla.com and click on Energy, then select Support ? Powerwall ? Owners for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Tesla-Recalls-Powerwall-2-AC-Battery-Power-Systems-Due-to-Fire-and-Burn-Hazards-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-DeathDon't want to check this manually?
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