Tesla Wall Charger Blinking Green: All You Need To Know

Last updated on April 18th, 2023 at 11:17 pm

Tesla wall chargers are effective for charging your Tesla car at home. These wall chargers come with features that are easily accessible through the Tesla app. 

When you plug in your wall charger to your Tesla car, it displays a colored light such as green. 

This might be your first time using a Tesla wall charger, so you don’t know if that’s normal. Don’t worry, and it’s completely normal.

When you insert your wall charger into your Tesla, it displays green, showing the ongoing charging process. It sometimes displays other colors, such as white, red, amber, etcetera, which have different meanings.

In this article, I’ll tell you the meaning of any light that may display on your wall charger. I’ll be taking you through the process of charging your Tesla with a wall charger.

I’ll also give a breakdown of the desirable features of a Tesla wall charger alongside the common problems that may come up while using it.

What Does the Green Blinking Light Mean on a Tesla Wall Charger?

The green blinking light on your Tesla wall charger means an ongoing charging process.

Different light colors, such as red, green, blue, white, and amber, have different meanings when displayed on your wall charger.

Here is a table to state the interpretations of colored lights that may display on your Tesla wall charger.

Color Of Light	Interpretation
White	The port is open and ready for the charger to be inserted.
Blue	The charger is in the port.
Blinking blue	The Tesla is communicating with the charger.
Blinking green	The charging process is ongoing.
Solid green	Charging is complete.
Solid amber	You didn’t plug in the charger properly.
Blinking amber	The Tesla is charging at a decreased current.
Red	Charging has stopped, or there is an issue present.
Light blue	The charging port is unlocked for you to remove the charger.

How Long Does It Take To Charge a Tesla With a Wall Charger Fully?

The time a wall charger will take to charge a Tesla vehicle depends on the model of the Tesla.

Here is a table to show how different long models of Tesla vehicles will take to charge with a wall charger fully.

Tesla Vehicle Model	Time It Takes To Charge
Tesla Model 3	7 to 8 hours
Tesla Model X	8 and half hours
Tesla Model Y	7 to 8 and half hours
Tesla Model S	9 hours

Are Tesla Wall Chargers Good?

Yes, Tesla wall chargers are good. The overall reviews from customers are very encouraging.

Here is a table to show the specifications of Tesla wall chargers.

Specifications	Amount
Cable length	24 feet
Warranty	Four years from the date of purchase.
Power Capabilities	Four Tesla wall connectors can share power from the circuit.
Wiring options	Wall-mounted or pedestal-mounted.
EV compatibility	You can use it to charge all Tesla models.
EV charger output	About 11.5kW (48 amps).
Average EV charging speed	About 44 miles per hour.
Connectivity	Wifi enabled.
Indoor/Outdoor	Allows both.
Charging connection	Tesla connector.

#1. Connectivity:

The Tesla wall charger has a unique feature that allows for Wifi connection.

You can get firmware updates, diagnostics access, and data usage tracking through this.

#2. Warranty:

The new vehicle’s limited warranty covers up to 4years or 50,000 miles (whichever comes first). 

The warranty covers the refund, repair, or replacement provided any fault occurs during the warranty period.

However, the Charging Equipment Limited Warranty does not cover any of the following alterations on the conditions below;

• Improper repair or maintenance.

• Dents, scratches, and cracks.

• Alterations made on the charger by a person not authorized.

• Failure to follow instructions listed on the documents with the tesla wall charger.

• Use for commercial purposes.

#3. The Tesla App

Through the Tesla app, you can easily track the charging of your Tesla with the wall charger. 

This app will allow you to schedule time for charging, set maximum charge, and even pause charging.

Here are the advantages of getting a Tesla wall charger;

• It is affordable.

• You can easily manage the functions of the charger through the Tesla app.

• It comes with add-ons that allow you to customize the charger.

• It provided 44 miles of range per hour.

Tesla wall chargers have a nice design, desirable unique features, and easy accessibility. They cost about $400, which is very affordable compared to other models.

4 Common Problems With Tesla Wall Chargers?

There are common problems you may encounter when using your Tesla wall charger.

Some of these problems include;

• The charger is unable to connect to Wifi.

• Tesla not recognizing the charger.

• Slow charging.

• Flashing red or solid light is displayed.

#1. Charger Unable To Connect To Wifi

You have trouble connecting to the Wifi because the device only broadcasts the Wifi for fifteen minutes when it turns on. Once the time has elapsed, you’d have to broadcast the network.

To restart the connecting process, follow these steps;

• Press and hold the button on the cable handle for about 5 seconds for the charger to broadcast the network.

• Make sure the green light shows on the wall charger. This light means that the charger is displaying its wifi access point.

• This wifi access point will display for about 15 minutes.

• Check your device for the wall charger’s wifi network and connect to it. 

• If you can’t find your wall charger’s network, turn the circuit breaker off and turn it back on.

• Input the password to connect your device to the wall charger. You can find the 12-digit password on your wall charger’s quick start guide.

• Scan the QR code with your device into the web browser to set up the charger for your home wifi.

• Select your home wifi and type in your password.

• Once connected, you’ll get a notification on the wall charger that it is ready to charge.

#2. Tesla Not Recognizing the Charger

Sometimes, you might encounter a problem whereby your Tesla won’t recognize your wall charger, which can be quite frustrating. 

Here is a quick troubleshooting method to try:

#1. Reboot the Your Tesla

On most occasions, rebooting your Tesla solves the problem. To reboot your Tesla vehicle, take the following steps:

• Put your vehicle in park and hold your foot on the brakes.

• Press and hold the two buttons on your Tesla steering wheel.

• Wait for ten seconds for it to start the rebooting process.

• Keep your foot on the brakes until the vehicle completes booting.

• Once the booting process finishes, try charging the Tesla again.

If rebooting does not solve the problem, it’s probably because of the charger. Try connecting another charger to your Tesla. 

If your Tesla recognizes that charger, then your charger has a fault, and you’d need to reset it.

#3. Slow Charging

You might be experiencing slow charging when using your wall charger because of the maximum output of the circuit breaker. 

The maximum output of the circuit breaker might not be capable enough for your Tesla. You can state your complaint to professionals at Tesla to get help.

#4. A Flashing or Red Solid Light Is Displayed

Your Tesla wall charger will display a red light to indicate an issue. The number of times it blinks shows how many issues exist.

Check the installation manual for a troubleshooting method to make the issues go away. If it is still persistent after trying the methods, contact Tesla support.

Can You Leave Your Tesla Charger Plugged In?

Yes, you can. Tesla advises customers to leave their chargers plugged in when not using the vehicle. Leaving it plugged in is the best way to preserve the battery.

Here are reasons why you should leave your charger plugged into the wall

• Constant unplugging and replugging of the Tesla charger can cause it to sag. Sagging of the charger can lead to disconnection of power in some cases.

• Wear and tear can also occur if there are constant plug insertions.

• Leaving your charger plugged in helps maintain your Tesla battery’s health.

You don’t have to worry about getting your charger spoilt, and it is safe to leave your charger plugged in for days. You should set your maximum charging level to about 90%.

How Often Should You Charge Your Tesla?

You should charge your Tesla as often as possible, possibly every evening. You don’t have to wait for the Tesla battery to run down before you charge completely.

I recommend setting your settings to daily charge through your Tesla app.

Also, you should set it to charge to 90%. You should only charge it fully when you want to go on a long trip.

In a tweet, Elon musk, the CEO of Tesla, said that at 100% state, regenerative braking does not work.

Regenerative braking turns braking energy into electricity. Regenerative braking extends the car’s range by refilling the battery.

It reduces the durability of the battery. Also, charging your Tesla to 100% can cause damage to the battery.

Summary

Different colored lights displayed on a Tesla wall charger have different interpretations. A blinking green light means that the charging process of your Tesla is ongoing.

The time a Tesla car will take to charge with a wall charger depends on the model of the Tesla vehicle. Tesla recommends you leave your charger plugged in when not in use.