A travel and backup cord for NACS-port EVs: plug adapters give 12 to 32 A from many outlet types. Capped at 32 A; one-year warranty bought alone.
Updated
- 32 A Max output
- 20 ft Cable length
- 1 year Warranty
- No app (plug and charge) Connectivity
Pros
- Swappable plug adapters set the current automatically, from 12 A to 32 A
- Up to 7.6 kW on a NEMA 14-50 or 6-50 outlet at 240 V
- 20 ft cable; 5.2 lb controller with a Type 4X enclosure
- Powershare outlet adapter (some versions) runs 120 V devices from supported Teslas
- ENERGY STAR certified; listed to UL 2594 through Intertek
Cons
- One-year warranty when bought on its own
- NACS plug only: no J1772 version
- The NEMA 14-50 adapter is in the box only on some versions
- No Canadian mark we could confirm: check the label before buying in Canada
- Best for
- Tesla and NACS-port EV owners in the US who charge from an existing 240 V outlet, rent their home, or want a charging cord in the car for trips.
- Not for
- J1772-port EVs, homes that want more than 32 A, and anyone hoping to use an extension cord, which Tesla's manual forbids.
Our verdict
Tesla's Gen 3 Mobile Connector is the cord to keep in a Tesla or other NACS-port EV. Swappable plug adapters set the current for you, from 12 A on a 120 V household outlet to 32 A (7.6 kW at 240 V) on a NEMA 14-50 or 6-50, and Tesla's table covers more outlet types with adapters sold separately. The box always has the NEMA 5-15 adapter; the 14-50 comes only with some versions.
Tesla's rules are strict: no extension cords, multi-outlet adapters, conversion plugs or power strips, a properly grounded outlet in good condition, and the controller at least 18 in above the floor. For faster charging, Tesla suggests having an electrician install a 240 V outlet. Some versions add a Powershare outlet adapter that runs a 120 V device from a supported Tesla's battery. There's no Wi-Fi or app.
Bought on its own it has a one-year warranty; one supplied with a new Tesla falls under the car's warranty. Some early Gen 3 owners we read reported failures, but too few to judge. For Canada, Intertek tested it to the Canadian standard (CSA C22.2 No. 280), but we couldn't confirm a Canadian mark, so check the label for cUL, cETL or CSA before buying. We track no store for it yet.
Tesla Mobile Connector (Gen 3) specs
- 32 A Max output
- 20 ft Cable length
- 1 year Warranty
- No app (plug and charge) Connectivity
Power
| Max output | 32 A |
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| Max power | 7.6 kW |
| Current settings | 12–32 A, set automatically by the plug adapter |
Cable
| Cable length | 20 ft |
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Installation
| Input voltage | 100–240 V AC (120 V or 240 V outlets) |
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Build
| Weight | 5.2 lb |
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| Enclosure rating | Type 4X |
| Rated down to | -22 °F |
Support
| Warranty | 1 year |
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Smart features
| Connectivity | No app (plug and charge) |
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Certification
| Safety listing | UL 2594 and CSA C22.2 No. 280 (Intertek test verification; no Canadian mark confirmed) |
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| ENERGY STAR certified | Yes |
Manufacturer figures, checked 2 Nov 2026. — means not listed.
Tesla Mobile Connector (Gen 3) questions
Can I plug the Tesla Mobile Connector into an extension cord?
No. Tesla's manual forbids extension cords, multi-outlet adapters, conversion plugs and power strips. Plug it straight into a properly grounded outlet in good condition that matches the adapter, never unplug it from the wall while the car is charging, and ask an electrician about a 240 V outlet for faster charging.
How fast does the Mobile Connector charge on a household outlet?
Tesla's table gives 12 A (1.3 kW at 120 V) on a NEMA 5-15 outlet and 16 A (1.7 kW) on a 5-20. A NEMA 14-50 or 6-50 outlet gives 32 A, or 7.6 kW at 240 V. For a rough time to full, divide the battery size in kWh by the charging power in kW.
Can the Mobile Connector be used outdoors in rain or snow?
The controller has a Type 4X enclosure, but Tesla says not to use it in severe rain, snow or storms, never to plug into an outlet that is under water or snow, and to keep rain from running down the cable into the outlet or charge port.
Does the Gen 3 Mobile Connector work with non-Tesla EVs?
Only with EVs that have a NACS charge port. Tesla designed it for NACS battery EVs, including Teslas other than the original Roadster, and warns against any other use. There is no J1772 version, so a J1772-port car needs a different charger.
Is the Tesla Mobile Connector certified for use in Canada?
We couldn't confirm a Canadian mark. Intertek tested the Gen 3 Mobile Connector to the Canadian EVSE standard, CSA C22.2 No. 280, but its verification is not a certification, and Tesla's manuals state no listing mark. Check the label for a Canadian mark (cUL, cETL or CSA) before buying it for use in Canada.