Owner Injured By Arc Flash While Using an EV Charger Adapter
Incident Investigation
Owner Injured By Arc Flash While Using an EV Charger Adapter
August 16, 2024
Electrical
Reference Number:
II-1748998-2024 (#50512)
Location: Hope
Regulated industry sector: Electrical - Low voltage electrical system (30V to 1000V)
Incident overview
While charging a Tesla at a fast-charging station, a short circuit occurred and an uncertified third-party adapter failed, causing a high-voltage arc flash that injured the vehicle owner and caused damage to the vehicle, charger, and adapter. The adapter, was not approved for use in Canada and lacked a recognized certification mark. Watch the video.
Incident summary revised October 9, 2025