A Tesla announced this Thursday (13) the recall of around 10,500 units of its energy systems to battery Powerwall 2 in the United States due to fire and burn risks after receiving 22 reports of overheating.
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission said the recall covers systems that “may fail and overheat”, increasing the risk of serious injury or death, although no injuries have been reported to date.
The Powerwall 2 is a residential energy storage unit that integrates with solar panel systems, storing electricity for self-consumption, shifting usage to lower cost periods, and providing backup power in the event of grid failures.
The defect arises from certain lithium-ion battery cells that may overheat under certain conditions, emit smoke or catch fire. In some cases, the defect caused property damage, according to the recall notice.
Tesla to minimize risks while providing free replacements to customers.
The recall draws attention to Tesla’s battery cell suppliers and comes as its energy storage business plays an increasing role in the company’s expansion beyond electric vehicles.
