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

**Recall Severity Score:** 80/100

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Firm | Tesla |
| Product | Certain Tesla Powerwall 2 AC Battery Power System |
| Recall number | 26092 |
| Recall date | 2025-11-13 |
| Units | About 10,500 |
| 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. |
| 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. |
| Remedy | Replace |
| Manufactured in | United States |
| Sold at | Tesla.com/powerwall and through certified Tesla installers nationwide from November 2020 through December 2022 for about $8,000. |
| Description | 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. |

## Why this score
- Hazard type can cause death or serious injury.
- About 10,500 units.
- Injuries or incidents reported.

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) Recalls API (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-Death). Last refreshed: 2026-11-03T18:08:06.679Z.
Recall data comes from the CPSC and is summarized automatically; read the official notice before acting. Informational only; not legal advice.