Connectors sold with solar panels
Class II - Moderate 🏠 Consumer Products
Recalled: March 28, 2017 Amphenol Industrial Solar Technologies, of Shenzhen, China (connectors) Other Consumer Products
Nationwide
What Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: (About 97,000)
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.
Recall Details
- Company:
- Amphenol Industrial Solar Technologies, of Shenzhen, China (connectors)
- Reason for Recall:
- The connectors that are attached to the solar panels can develop microscopic cracks that allow moisture to leak into them while the system is producing electricity, posing an electrical shock hazard.
- Classification:
- Class II - Moderate
Products that might cause a temporary health problem, or pose a slight threat of a serious nature.
- Status:
- ongoing
- Hazard:
- The connectors that are attached to the solar panels can develop microscopic cracks that allow moisture to leak into them while the system is producing electricity, posing an electrical shock hazard.
- Remedy:
- Consumers should immediately contact SolarWorld for a free replacement connector. SolarWorld has contacted all purchasers of this product directly.
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Product Information
Full Description:
This recall involves Amphenol UTX PV model connectors sold with solar panels. The electrical connectors are used to connect various types of photovoltaic solar panels to the electrical connection system. The connectors have a black plastic exterior with "Amphenol" and "UTX PV" stamped on the end. They consist of a male pin on one end and a female socket on the other end.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
(About 97,000)
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official CPSC source:
View on CPSC.govCPSC Recall Number: 17736