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 charger's RFID reader module has an internal communication error. The reader hardware cannot talk to the charger's main controller.
What to do
- Use the charging network's app to start the session instead
- Try contactless payment if available
- Move to a different charger if no alternative payment works
- Report the RFID reader issue to the charging network
Who's responsible?
- This is likely a charger hardware issue
- The charging network operator needs to fix this
Technical details
- Error code
- RFIDModuleError
- Category
- Hardware
- Classification
- authorization, maintenance
- Source
- ChargeX MREC Standard (2023)
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