VW EV home charger completely dead – no LEDs, no display, no response when plugging in vehicle.
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.
Possible Causes
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Do not remove covers or touch internal wiring unless you are a qualified electrician. High voltage is present.
- Check breaker and RCD: Locate the dedicated breaker and any RCD/RCBO for the VW wallbox in your distribution board. Reset if tripped by switching fully OFF then ON.
- Verify supply with another load: If the wallbox is on a sub‑circuit with a socket, briefly plug in a lamp to confirm power is present. Do not overload the circuit.
- Inspect external wiring: Look for obvious damage to conduit or cable feeding the charger.
- Power cycle: If the breaker is on and not tripped, switch it OFF for 2 minutes, then ON and watch for any LED activity.
If the VW wallbox remains completely dead with a known‑good supply, the internal power supply board or main PCB is likely faulty. A technician will need to open the unit, test input voltage at the terminals, and replace the defective module.
Repair Difficulty
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