Bosch Solar Services Recalls Solar Panels Due To Fire Hazard
Recall 17131 · Apr 13, 2017 · Bosch Solar Services
28,000
units affected
28,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 17131
- Date
- Apr 13, 2017
- Company
- Bosch Solar Services
- Units affected
- 28,000
- Product
- Roof-mounted Bosch solar panels
- Remedy
- Replacement
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
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.
What can happen
The solar panels can overheat, posing a risk of fire.
The fix
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.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- None reported
- Sold at
- Commercial installers nationwide from October 2011 through May 2013 for about $300 per panel.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled roof-mounted bosch solar panels?
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.
What is the hazard?
The solar panels can overheat, posing a risk of fire.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.