The short answer
This charge is for using a Tesla Supercharger. The payment is automatically deducted from the credit card linked to your Tesla account.
easy Supercharger Billing
A charge reading TESLA SUPERCHARGER on your bank statement indicates a payment for electric vehicle charging sessions at a Tesla Supercharger station, billed directly by Tesla Inc. Because Supercharger stations operate entirely without traditional card readers at the pump, the vehicle communicates automatically with the charging stall when plugged in, charging the payment method linked to the owner's mobile app account.
This billing event occurs whenever a Tesla driver or owner of an eligible non-Tesla electric vehicle plugs in at a Supercharger location. Drivers who purchased used vehicles without free supercharging privileges, or whose complimentary charging miles have expired, see these charges on road trips. Additional fees also accrue if a vehicle remains parked at a charging stall after session completion, resulting in automated idle fee charges.
To review specific charging session receipts, kilowatt-hour totals, and idle fee breakdowns, open the official Tesla mobile app and check your charging history and wallet settings. You can update your payment card or review past invoices directly through the app interface. If you notice an incorrect charge or unauthorized use of your account, submit a support inquiry through the Tesla customer portal or contact your bank.
Non-Tesla Vehicles
Tesla has opened parts of its Supercharger network to non-Tesla EVs. If you drive a Ford, Rivian, or other EV and used the Tesla app to initiate a charge, you will see this descriptor.
Idle fees are heavily enforced. If you leave your car parked at a Supercharger after it is fully charged, you will be billed up to $1 per minute.
Why did Tesla Inc. charge my card or bank account?
Charges from Tesla Inc. under statement descriptor "TESLA SUPERCHARGER" usually correspond to authorized direct purchases, digital orders, or recurring membership renewals.
How do I cancel future charges or dispute an error with Tesla Inc.?
Log in to your Tesla Inc. account portal at https://www.tesla.com to cancel your subscription or request an order adjustment.
Independent reference — not affiliated with Tesla. Billing names and policies change; verify with the merchant or your bank before acting.
Verified sources
Every claim on this page is checked against official sources — open them to confirm before you call your bank.
- Tesla Supercharger https://www.tesla.com
- CFPB Cardholder Dispute & Billing Rights Guide https://www.consumerfinance.gov/ask-cfpb/how-do-i-dispute-a-charge-on-my-credit-card-en-1965/
Reviewed Aug 31, 2026 · high · About UnknownCharges