Tesla is recalling over 10,000 Powerwall 2 home batteries in the United States after multiple incidents of overheating, smoke emission, and fires have been reported. This move follows a similar recall in Australia earlier this year related to fire incidents.
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has documented five Powerwalls catching fire, six emitting smoke, and eleven overheating, resulting in minor property damage. The battery cells under scrutiny were manufactured by an unnamed third-party supplier, with Tesla yet to disclose the company’s identity.
Individuals who purchased affected Powerwalls between November 2020 and December 2022 are advised to check their unit’s status through the Tesla app and verify if it falls under the recall. Tesla will replace the faulty units to ensure consumer safety.
Source: TechCrunch