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Suntech America Recalls SolarBlend Roof Tiles Due to Fire Hazard

Reported: February 23, 2012 Initiated: February 23, 2012 #12725

Product Description

SolarBlend roof tiles replace conventional roof tiles to provide solar energy to the building. This recall involves all SolarBlend roof tiles with model numbers STP050D-5/ZCB (brown), STP050D-5/ZCF (terra cotta), and STP050D-5/ZCG (gray).

Reason for Recall

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.

Details

Units Affected
About 300 installations
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2012/Suntech-America-Recalls-SolarBlend-Roof-Tiles-Due-to-Fire-Hazard

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
SolarBlend roof tiles replace conventional roof tiles to provide solar energy to the building. This recall involves all SolarBlend roof tiles with model numbers STP050D-5/ZCB (brown), STP050D-5/ZCF (terra cotta), and STP050D-5/ZCG (gray).. Recalled by Wuxi Suntech Power Co. Ltd., of Wuxi, China. Units affected: About 300 installations.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The connectors between the solar roof tiles can become loose, posing a fire hazard.
What should consumers do? ▼
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.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on February 23, 2012. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 12725.

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