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Tesla Cybertruck Owners Report Home Charging Failures Amidst PCS Issues

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Tesla Cybertruck Owners Report Home Charging Failures Amidst PCS Issues
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The Gist

A rising number of Cybertruck owners are facing home charging outages linked to Power Conversion System failures, leading to long wait times for repairs.

A growing number of Tesla Cybertruck owners are reporting a critical failure that renders their vehicles unable to charge using AC home chargers. The issue stems from the Power Conversion System (PCS), a vital component responsible for managing AC charging and stepping down the high-voltage battery pack to power the truck's 48-volt electronics system.

Quiet Replacements Over Formal Recalls

While Tesla has not issued a formal safety recall for the component, reports indicate the company is aware of the defect. Tesla is currently replacing the faulty units on a case-by-case basis under warranty. However, the lack of a proactive campaign has left many owners in a difficult position, as the vehicle remains functional only if charged via the DC Supercharger network.

Supply Chain and Wait Times

The situation is further complicated by a shortage of replacement parts. Owners affected by the PCS failure have reported waiting several weeks for new units to arrive at service centers. Without a functioning PCS, the Cybertruck cannot convert standard household electricity into usable energy for the battery, effectively killing the convenience of overnight home charging for those impacted.

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