CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The solar panels can overheat, posing a risk of fire.
In Conjunction with
http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2016/56842r-eng.php
In Conjunction with
http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2016/56842r-eng.php
RNG Recalls 100-Watt Bendable Solar Panels Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)
This recall involves Renogy brand 100-watt bendable solar panels. The recalled solar panels are black plastic sheets about 41 inches long by about 21 inches wide by about 1/8 inch thick. Model number RNG-100DB is on the top of the panel, either on the front or back.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled solar panels and return them to RNG for free replacements.
Contact Information
Email RNG at techsupport@renogy.com
Recall Details
Sold At
Online at Amazon.com, eBay.com and Renogy-store.com from May 2015 through October 2015 for about $300.
Injuries
The firm has received 11 reports of the solar panels overheating, including three reports of property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Replace
Recall Number
16725
Product Information
Product Name
100-watt bendable solar panels
Product Type
Electrical Systems
Number of Units
About 1,500 (in addition, about 20 solar panels were sold in Canada)
Imported By
RNG Group Inc., of Ontario, Calif.
Manufactured In
Thailand