Tesla Swiftly Restores Supercharger Station After Vandal Attack

Following a malicious act of vandalism where a Tesla Supercharger station in Massachusetts was set on fire, Tesla wasted no time in repairing the damage and getting the station back up and running in less than 48 hours.

The incident took place overnight on March 2, 2025, and Tesla was informed of the situation early the next morning. The company immediately reassured customers on X that the site would be fully operational again within two days.

No customers were charging at time of the fire. Posts & wire will be replaced in <48hrs. Critical infrastructure for EV drivers. Arson investigation ongoing with @LittletonMAPD.

— Tesla Charging (@TeslaCharging) March 4, 2025

Tesla has launched an arson investigation in collaboration with the local police department, with a $5,000 reward being offered for any information leading to the arrest of the perpetrator.

Damage Assessment

Upon assessing the damage to the Supercharger site, Tesla found that it was relatively limited. While there was damage to the wiring and Supercharger posts, the Supercharger cabinet itself remained unharmed.

By March 5, 2025, Tesla updated customers on X, confirming that the transformers and cabinets had been inspected thoroughly, and the site was fully operational once again. As this Supercharger station is open to other electric vehicle manufacturers, the impact of the vandalism was broader than just Tesla customers.

Tesla charging teams have been proactive in responding to recent acts of vandalism and have been implementing anti-theft measures to safeguard Superchargers. There are also plans to enhance Sentry Mode to alert of potential vandalism.

It is crucial to recognize that Tesla Supercharger stations are a vital public resource. Vandalism not only affects Tesla owners but also impacts all EV drivers. Many Supercharger sites are accessible to other electric vehicles and serve as a crucial charging option, especially in remote areas with limited charging facilities.

Furthermore, some Supercharger stations are funded by government grants to expand EV infrastructure. Acts of vandalism undermine community efforts to build essential public resources.

Posts, fuses & wire replaced. Cabinets inspected. Transformer re-energized. We’re back online. pic.twitter.com/Zz9dJIEuCk

— Tesla Charging (@TeslaCharging) March 5, 2025