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EV Charger Error

Over Temperature (ABB)

Updated March 2026

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This is general guidance based on the ChargeX MREC standard. Actual charger behavior varies by manufacturer and firmware version. Always follow on-screen instructions and contact the charging network if you are unsure.

Warning

The ABB charger's internal temperature or connector temperature has exceeded safe limits. The charger will reduce power or stop charging to protect itself.

What to do

  1. If charging continues at lower power, it may recover as the charger cools down
  2. In hot weather, try a charger in a shaded location if available
  3. If charging stops completely, move to a different charger
  4. Report the issue. Repeated overheating may indicate a maintenance need

Who's responsible?

  • This is likely a charger hardware issue

Technical details

Error code
ABB_OverTemperature
Category
Thermal
Classification
safety
Source
ChargeX MREC Standard (2023)

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