CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT

The solar panels can overheat, posing a risk of fire.
Official Consumer Product Safety Recall • April 13, 2017

Bosch Solar Services Recalls Solar Panels Due To Fire Hazard

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.

Required Consumer Action

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.

Contact Information

Bosch toll-free at 855-866-8470 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or email boschsolar@us.bosch or online at www.bosch-solarenergy.com and click on "Recall Notice" at the bottom of the page for more information and to register for free replacement.

Recall Details

Sold At
Commercial installers nationwide from October 2011 through May 2013 for about $300 per panel.
Injuries
None reported
Remedy
Replace
Recall Number
17131

Product Information

Product Name
Roof-mounted Bosch solar panels
Number of Units
About 28,000
Distributed By
Bosch Solar Energy Corporation, San Mateo, Calif.
Manufactured In
Korea

Register This Product

Contact Manufacturer

Use the contact information below to reach out about this recall:

Phone 855-866-8470
Website www.bosch-solarenergy.com
Full Contact Information

Bosch toll-free at 855-866-8470 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or email boschsolar@us.bosch or online at www.bosch-solarenergy.com and click on "Recall Notice" at the bottom of the page for more information and to register for free replacement.