Possible Solution for Tesla Mobile Charger Performance Decrease

If you use the Tesla Mobile Charger for Level 2 charging at home with a NEMA 14-50 outlet and have ever experienced the maximum charging amp rate falling, to sometimes less than half it's normal amp rating, here is a possible solution. At least, it has worked for me.

My first two summers with my Tesla, whenever it would get very hot outside, I noticed my charging rate dropping from 32 amps to 16, accompanied by an error light on the mobile charging unit. If I unplugged it for a minute, it would resume full 32 amp charging on my 50 amp circuit, until it failed again.

After much research, the consensus seemed to suggest that the Hubbell NEMA 14-50 outlet was the best choice because of it's higher quality materials and build over common contractor grade outlets made by Leviton, for example. Further research indicated that the Bryant brand of receptacle is in fact, manufactured by Hubbell, and identical to, Hubbell's own brand labeled version, but for a LOT less money.

I can't promise that this will solve any problems you might be having with your Tesla Mobile charger, but it has certainly solved mine. Bottom line? If you're having problems with your Mobile charger overheating and limiting current flow, check to see who the manufacture is. If it is anything other than Hubbell or Bryant, you may want to consider replacing it. If you use these links, I will receive a small commission from Amazon should you chose to make a purchase. This will not increase the cost of the item.

Bryant NEMA 14-50 receptacle - https://amzn.to/3YhG5l2
Hubbell NEMA 14-50 receptacle - https://amzn.to/3LED7Q0