EV Charger Error
What Does Charging Suspended by Vehicle Mean on an EV Charger?
Updated March 2026
This is general guidance based on Open Charge Alliance (OCPP). Actual charger behavior varies by manufacturer and firmware version. Always follow on-screen instructions and contact the charging network if you are unsure. If anything looks or feels unsafe, stop charging and move away from the charger.
Your vehicle has paused charging. The charger is ready but your car is not requesting power. This often happens when the battery is nearly full, the battery is too hot or cold, or a scheduled charging timer is active.
Seeing this on the charger right now?
- Don't unplug while the charger is active. Wait for the screen to update.
- Try stopping and restarting the session from the charging app or RFID card.
- If the error persists, move to a different connector or charger if available.
Read the full explanation below, or scan the charger screen with EVcourse for instant help.
What to do
- Check your vehicle's dashboard for charging status or warnings
- Check if a charging schedule or timer is active in your car's settings
- If the battery is very hot or cold, wait for it to reach a better temperature
- If none of these apply, restart your vehicle and try again
Technical details
- Error code
- SuspendedEV
- Category
- Vehicle
- Classification
- safety
- Source
- Learn more from Open Charge Alliance (OCPP). EVcourse is not affiliated with Open Charge Alliance (OCPP).
Related charging terms
Understanding these terms can help you troubleshoot this error:
Seeing this error at the charger?
Drivers can verify this specific error by scanning the screen with EVcourse. The app reads any charger display, any language. Free to try on iOS.
Other errors
From Finn, engineer: This error code is part of the ChargeX MREC standard used across public charging networks. Always follow the instructions on the charger display. If the error persists, contact the charging network's support line or try a different charger.
The EVcourse app provides instant troubleshooting and expert explanations at the charger. Scan any station or car screen for step-by-step help, free to start on iOS.
Don't understand the screen? Scan it.
Point your phone at any charger or car screen for instant help. Any brand, any language. Free to try on iOS.
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