Certain Tesla Powerwall 2 AC Battery Power System recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

November 13, 2025

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

Tesla Recalls Powerwall 2 AC Battery Power Systems Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; Risk of Serious Injury or Death

Recall number

26092

Brand / firm

Tesla, Inc., of Reno, Nevada

Sold / distributed

Tesla.com/powerwall and through certified Tesla installers nationwide from November 2020 through December 2022 for about $8,000.

Why it was recalled

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.

What was recalled

This recall involves certain Tesla Powerwall 2 units, fully-integrated AC battery systems used for energy storage for self-consumption, time-based control, and backup power. Model number "Powerwall 2" is printed on the nameplate label on the side of the unit.

What to do

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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.