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Goal Zero Recalls Solar Powered Charging Stations Due to Impact Hazard (Recall Alert)

Reported: November 22, 2017 Initiated: November 22, 2017 #18703

Product Description

This recall involves Street Charge solar powered charging stations used to charge up to six mobile devices at a time. The charging stations are approximately 150 inches tall by 63 inches wide by 54 inches deep. Aluminum panels cover three sides of the tree-shaped charging station's top post. "Street Charge" is etched on the product panels.

Reason for Recall

The weld connecting the top and bottom posts can fail and allow the top post to fall, posing an impact hazard to nearby consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled charging stations until a free inspection and repair of weld connections is conducted by Goal Zero. The firm is notifying all known customers.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves Street Charge solar powered charging stations used to charge up to six mobile devices at a time. The charging stations are approximately 150 inches tall by 63 inches wide by 54 inches deep. Aluminum panels cover three sides of the tree-shaped charging station's top post. "Street Charge" is etched on the product panels.. Recalled by Goal Zero LLC, of Bluffdale, Utah. Units affected: About 118.
Why was this product recalled?
The weld connecting the top and bottom posts can fail and allow the top post to fall, posing an impact hazard to nearby consumers.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled charging stations until a free inspection and repair of weld connections is conducted by Goal Zero. The firm is notifying all known customers.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on November 22, 2017. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 18703.