Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported August 21, 2014
SolarWorld Recalls Solar Systems with Copper Grounding Lugs Due to Electrocution, Electric Shock or Fire Hazard
SolarWorld solar panels installed with bare-copper grounding lugs can corrode which could result in a faulty ground circuit, posing an electric shock, electrocution or fire hazard.
SolarWorld Americas, of Camarillo, California, a subsidiary of SolarWorld Ag, of Bonn, Germany. recalled This recall includes SolarWorld solar systems installed with bare-copper grounding lugs i… - a moderate-severity action.
SolarWorld Recalls Solar Systems with Copper Grounding Lugs Due to Electrocution, Electri… was recalled by SolarWorld Americas, of Camarillo, California, a subsidiary of SolarWorld Ag, of Bonn, Germany. in August 21, 2014. Reason: SolarWorld solar panels installed with bare-copper grounding lugs can corrode which could result in a faulty …. Remedy: Customers may be able to identify from the ground whether a tin-coated lug (silver) or a …. Verify recall #14260 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
SolarWorld Americas, of Camarillo, California, a subsidiary of SolarWorld Ag, of Bonn, Germany. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-SolarWorld solar panels installed with bare-copper grounding lugs can corrode which could result in a faulty ….
- Moderate
- severity level
- August 21, 2014
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #14260 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #14260) was formally reported on August 21, 2014. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. SolarWorld Americas, of Camarillo, California, a subsidiary of SolarWorld Ag, of Bonn, Germany. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 1.3 million in the U.S. and 210,000 in Canada.
The documented reason for this recall is: SolarWorld solar panels installed with bare-copper grounding lugs can corrode which could result in a faulty ground circuit, posing an electric shock, electrocution or fire hazard. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Customers may be able to identify from the ground whether a tin-coated lug (silver) or a bare-copper lug (brown) has been used on their solar panels. Consumers who can identify the improper lugs shou… - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.
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Affected scope
About 1.3 million in the U.S. and 210,000 in Canada
Related Recalls
6
0 from same agency
Product description
This recall includes SolarWorld solar systems installed with bare-copper grounding lugs installed after June 1, 2010. These solar systems use energy from the sun to generate electricity within a system circuit. The installation instructions for SolarWorld solar systems sold after June 1, 2010 called for the use of GBL-4DB lugs for grounding. SolarWorld has revised these installation instructions to explicitly call for tin-coated lugs, specifically Ilsco part number GBL-4DBT. "T" is for tin-coated and indicated by the silver color of the lug.
Reason for recall
SolarWorld solar panels installed with bare-copper grounding lugs can corrode which could result in a faulty ground circuit, posing an electric shock, electrocution or fire hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Customers may be able to identify from the ground whether a tin-coated lug (silver) or a bare-copper lug (brown) has been used on their solar panels. Consumers who can identify the improper lugs should contact SolarWorld for replacement. If customers cannot determine which grounding lugs were used, they should contact SolarWorld to have an authorized SolarWorld agent inspect the installation and replace the lugs with tin-coated grounding lugs or equally safe alternative remedy at no cost to consumers. SolarWorld is requesting that distributors and others remove SolarWorld's installation instructions dated before June 2014 from their websites or other commercial information sources.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 14260 |
| Date reported | August 21, 2014 |
| Date initiated | August 21, 2014 |
| Recalling firm | SolarWorld Americas, of Camarillo, California, a subsidiary of SolarWorld Ag, of Bonn, Germany. |
| Affected scope | About 1.3 million in the U.S. and 210,000 in Canada |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Customers may be able to identify from the ground whether a tin-coated lug (silver) or a bare-copper lug (brown) has been used on…
- Check the recall number (14260) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
This recall includes SolarWorld solar systems installed with bare-copper grounding lugs installed after June 1, 2010. These solar systems use energy from the sun to generate electricity within a system circuit. The installation instructions for SolarWorld solar systems sold after June 1, 2010 called for the use of GBL-4DB lugs for grounding. SolarWorld has revised these installation instructions to explicitly call for tin-coated lugs, specifically Ilsco part number GBL-4DBT. "T" is for tin-coated and indicated by the silver color of the lug.. Recalled by SolarWorld Americas, of Camarillo, California, a subsidiary of SolarWorld Ag, of Bonn, Germany.. Units affected: About 1.3 million in the U.S. and 210,000 in Canada.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
SolarWorld solar panels installed with bare-copper grounding lugs can corrode which could result in a faulty ground circuit, posing an electric shock, electrocution or fire hazard.
What should consumers do? ▼
Customers may be able to identify from the ground whether a tin-coated lug (silver) or a bare-copper lug (brown) has been used on their solar panels. Consumers who can identify the improper lugs should contact SolarWorld for replacement. If customers cannot determine which grounding lugs were used, they should contact SolarWorld to have an authorized SolarWorld agent inspect the installation and replace the lugs with tin-coated grounding lugs or equally safe alternative remedy at no cost to consumers. SolarWorld is requesting that distributors and others remove SolarWorld's installation instructions dated before June 2014 from their websites or other commercial information sources.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on August 21, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 14260.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (14260) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.
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