NHTSA Recall 14V006000
NHTSA Campaign Id 14V006000; Date: Jan. 13, 2014
An overheated adapter, cord, or wall outlet increases the risk of burn injury and/or fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2013 Tesla Model S
Component: Equipment:electrical
Manufactured by: Tesla Motors, Inc.
Affected Units:: 21,081
Recall Summary:
Tesla motors, inc. (tesla) is recalling certain model year 2013 model s vehicles equipped for, and delivered with, certain nema 14-50 (240 volt) universal mobile connector (umc) adapters. During charging, the adapter, cord, or wall outlet could overheat.
How to Fix:
Tesla will notify owners and provide an "over-the-air" software update. Some owners have already received this update. This update allows the model s on board charging system to detect any unexpected fluctuations in the input power or higher resistance connections to the vehicle. If detected, the onboard charging system will automatically reduce the charging current by 25%. Tesla owners can verify that they have received the updated software (version 5. 8. 4 or later) by viewing the vehicle's center information screen. Additionally, tesla will mail owners a replacement nema 14-50 adapter that is equipped with an internal thermal fuse. The recall began on March 14, 2014. Owners may contact tesla service center at 1-877-79-tesla (1-877-798-3752).
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Mar 14, 2014
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