Everest
Prominent Member
Stumbled across this announcement...
www.cpsc.gov
Seems like over 10,000 Powerwall 2's are being recalled due to fire incidents. I've no idea whether that model was sold outside USA though.
What is more concerning, IMHO, is the fact that Tesla have been able to remotely disable customer's Powerwalls.
One would assume that Tesla can do similar things to their vehicles.
Which raises the question of what any EV manufacture could to our cars, Chinese or otherwise
Tesla Recalls Powerwall 2 AC Battery Power Systems Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; Risk of Serious Injury or Death
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...
Seems like over 10,000 Powerwall 2's are being recalled due to fire incidents. I've no idea whether that model was sold outside USA though.
What is more concerning, IMHO, is the fact that Tesla have been able to remotely disable customer's Powerwalls.
One would assume that Tesla can do similar things to their vehicles.
Which raises the question of what any EV manufacture could to our cars, Chinese or otherwise
