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EV Charger Error

EV Contactor Fault

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.

Critical

The contactors (internal switches) inside your vehicle failed to open or close properly during charging. This is a vehicle-side issue.

What to do

  1. Unplug and restart your vehicle completely
  2. Retry charging after the car has fully restarted
  3. If the error persists, contact your vehicle manufacturer. This requires vehicle service

Who's responsible?

  • This may be a vehicle issue

Technical details

Error code
EVContactorFault
Category
Vehicle
Classification
safety
Source
ChargeX MREC Standard (2023)

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