Plug in vehicle charger/possible fire
Defect 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.
Safety Consequence
An overheated adapter, cord, or wall outlet increases the risk of burn injury and/or fire.
Corrective Action
Tesla will notify owners and provide an over-the-air (ota) 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).
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FAQ: Recall 14V006000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 14V006000?
NHTSA recall 14V006000 was issued by Tesla, Inc. on January 13, 2014. It addresses: Plug in vehicle charger/possible fire. The recall affects approximately 21,081 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Tesla, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 14V006000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.