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EV Charger Error

Power Switch Failure

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 charger's internal power switch or relay has failed. The charger cannot safely control power delivery.

What to do

  1. Do not retry on this connector
  2. Try a different charger
  3. Report the unit to the charging network. This is a hardware fault

Who's responsible?

  • This is likely a charger hardware issue

Technical details

Error code
PowerSwitchFailure
Category
Hardware
Classification
safety, maintenance
Source
ChargeX MREC Standard (2023)

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