CPSC2012-02-23
Suntech America Recalls SolarBlend Roof Tiles Due to Fire Hazard
Wuxi Suntech Power Co. Ltd., of Wuxi, China
Hazard
The connectors between the solar roof tiles can become loose, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Suntech has been notifying consumers directly. Consumers who have not been contacted by Suntech should turn off their solar energy systems immediately. Consumers should contact Suntech to schedule a free inspection and repair of the solar energy system. Suntech will repair the solar energy system at no cost to the consumer.
Sold at
Roofing retailers and installers in Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Kansas and Nevada from October 2009 through March 2011. Depending on the solar energy system size, installation cost can range from $15,000 to $100,000.
Affected count
About 300 installations
Injuries reported
Suntech has received one report of one fire involving six SolarBlend roof tiles. Only the tiles were damaged and no one was injured.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Repair
Products
SolarBlend™ Roof Tiles
Consumer contact
For additional information and to schedule a free inspection and repair of the solar energy systems, contact Suntech toll-free at (866) 966-6555, ext 3 between 5 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at http://www.suntech-power.com/
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2012/Suntech-America-Recalls-SolarBlend-Roof-Tiles-Due-to-Fire-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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