Tesla Motors (Tesla) is recalling certain Universal Mobile Connector Adapters, models NEMA 14-30 (part number 1018243-00-A or 1018243-00-B), NEMA 10-30 (part number 1016174-00-B), and NEMA 6-50 (part number 1016021-00-B or 1016021-00-A). The affected adapters may have insufficient welds within the cable which can result in increased electrical resistance.
Tesla – Adapter Cables may Overheat
| Report Received Date | 12/08/2016 |
| NHTSA ID | 16E091000 |
| Consequence Summary | Increased electrical resistance may cause overheating or arcing, increasing the risk of a fire. |
| Corrective Action | Tesla will notify owners and will provide them with a replacement adapter, free of charge. The recall began on January 12, 2017. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. |
| Recall Code | NR (Not Reported) |
| Potentially Affected | 6729 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=16E091000) |
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