Tesla is recalling Powerwall 2 batteries over fire risk

Tesla is recalling its Powerwall 2 home battery units in Australia due to fire risks, following reports of fires causing minor property damage. The recall affects Powerwall 2 units manufactured in the U.S. and sold between November 2020 and June 2022, with battery cells supplied by an unnamed third party. Although no injuries have been reported, the Australia Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) is overseeing the recall process. The Powerwall 2, which stores 14 kWh of lithium-ion battery capacity and is typically installed alongside solar panels, can also be enrolled in a virtual power plant program to support the electrical grid and extend the warranty up to 15 years. Tesla is notifying affected customers via its app and is actively discharging recalled batteries to mitigate fire risks. Replacement units will be provided free of charge, and the company may offer compensation for lost energy savings on a case-by-case basis, according to the ACCC.