Tesla Recalls Powerwall 2 Battery Systems Over Fire and Burn Hazards
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Summary
Tesla is recalling Powerwall 2 AC battery power systems due to fire and burn hazards that pose risk of serious injury or death. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced the recall, noting that Tesla has remotely discharged affected systems that are online to prevent overheating until replacements are installed. Consumers are advised to check their Tesla App for notifications about whether their unit is included in the recall.
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Federal law prohibits any person from selling products subject to a Commission-ordered 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
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
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