Ford
Overheating or Component Burnout
Unusual burning smell or visible smoke from the Ford EV charger during or after a charging session.
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Safety Warning
This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.
If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.
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Possible Causes
Loose high-current connection causing arcing, Failed capacitor or resistor on control board, Overheated contactor contacts, Internal short circuit
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Immediately turn OFF the breaker and, if safe, unplug the vehicle. Do not continue using the charger until inspected.
- 1. Ventilate area: Open doors or windows to clear any smoke.
- 2. Visual inspection (after cooling): With power OFF and after components have cooled, open the charger and look for burnt components, melted plastic, or soot.
- 3. Do not attempt temporary fixes: Burned components indicate serious failure. Do not scrape or clean and reuse them.
- 4. Professional repair: Have a qualified EVSE technician replace the damaged parts (contactor, wiring, control board) or the entire charger if damage is extensive.
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Repair Difficulty
Professional Required
5/5
Required Part
Main Power Contactor, Internal Wiring, or Control Board
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