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Product recall · CPSCFebruary 23, 2012Serious
Suntech America SolarBlend Roof Tiles
Check whether yours is affected, then follow the instructions below.
What’s wrong
The connectors between the solar roof tiles can become loose, posing a fire hazard.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
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What to 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.
Who to 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/
The product
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).
Details
- Units affected
- About 300 installations
- Recall date
- February 23, 2012
- Brand
- Wuxi Suntech Power Co. Ltd., of Wuxi, China, Suntech America Inc., of San Francisco, Calif.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- Suntech has received one report of one fire involving six SolarBlend roof tiles. Only the tiles were damaged and no one was injured.
STP050D-5/ZCB
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.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Suntech America Recalls SolarBlend Roof Tiles Due to Fire Hazard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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