Suntech recalls SolarBlend roof tiles with model numbers STP050D-5/ZCB, STP050D-5/ZCF, and STP050D-5/ZCG due to fire hazard from loose connectors. Consumers should stop using and contact Suntech for free repair.
The connectors between the solar roof tiles can become loose, posing a fire hazard.
Suntech is recalling SolarBlend roof tiles with specific model numbers because the connectors can become loose, creating a fire hazard. This affects homeowners who installed these tiles and requires immediate action to prevent fire risks.
The connectors between the solar roof tiles can become loose over time, which may lead to electrical arcing and fire. This hazard occurs because the tiles are designed to generate solar energy but the connection points are not secure enough.
Homeowners who installed SolarBlend roof tiles with model numbers STP050D-5/ZCB (brown), STP050D-5/ZCF (terra cotta), or STP050D-5/ZCG (gray) are most at risk. These tiles were sold in the U.S. starting in 2022.
Check for SolarBlend roof tiles with model numbers STP050D-5/ZCB (brown), STP050D-5/ZCF (terra cotta), or STP050D-5/ZCG (gray). These tiles were sold in the U.S. starting in 2022.
Turn off your solar energy system immediately if you have not been contacted by Suntech.
Contact Suntech to schedule a free inspection and repair of your solar energy system.
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.
The affected model numbers are STP050D-5/ZCB (brown), STP050D-5/ZCF (terra cotta), and STP050D-5/ZCG (gray).
Check for SolarBlend roof tiles with model numbers STP050D-5/ZCB (brown), STP050D-5/ZCF (terra cotta), or STP050D-5/ZCG (gray). These tiles were sold in the U.S. starting in 2022.
No, Suntech will repair the solar energy system at no cost to the consumer.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Suntech to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 1183 — Suntech SolarBlend™ Roof Tiles Hello, I own a SolarBlend™ Roof Tiles that is covered by recall 1183 from Suntech. The official recall notice states: 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. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official CPSC recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
