Product Recall Number: 17-131
Why was Roof-mounted Bosch solar panels recalled?
The solar panels can overheat, posing a risk of fire.
Product Recall Number: 17-131
Product Safety Warning Number:
Date: 2017-04-13
Product Safety Warning Date:
Name Of Product: Roof-mounted Bosch solar panels
Description: This recall involves Roof-Mounted Bosch Photovoltaic Solar Modules with model number c-Si M 60 NA30119. Bosch solar modules are photovoltaic solar panels used to generate electricity. Each module measures approximately 65 inches by 39 inches by 1.65 inches, and weighs just less than 42 pounds. The solar cells are housed in a glass-foil laminate framed by an anodized aluminum profile. The output power of the panel is 245 watt peak.
Hazard Description: The solar panels can overheat, posing a risk of fire.
Consumer Action: None Listed
Original Product Safety Warning Announcement: None Listed
Remedy Type: Replace
Units: About 28,000
Incidents: None reported
Remedy: Consumers should contact their installer to determine if their solar panels are the model being recalled. If it is, customers should contact Bosch to arrange for free replacement.
Sold At: Commercial installers nationwide from October 2011 through May 2013 for about $300 per panel.
Importers: None Listed
Manufacturers: None Listed
Distributors: Bosch Solar Energy Corporation, San Mateo, Calif.
Manufactured In: Korea
Custom Label: None Listed
Custom Field: None Listed