Goal Zero Recalls Solar Powered Charging Stations Due to Impact Hazard (Recall Alert)

Recall date

November 22, 2017

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Recall number

18703

Sold / distributed

Colleges, stadiums and other public facilities nationwide from October 2014 through February 2017 for between $5,500 and $10,000.

Why it was recalled

The weld connecting the top and bottom posts can fail and allow the top post to fall, posing an impact hazard to nearby consumers.

What was recalled

This recall involves Street Charge solar powered charging stations used to charge up to six mobile devices at a time. The charging stations are approximately 150 inches tall by 63 inches wide by 54 inches deep. Aluminum panels cover three sides of the tree-shaped charging station's top post. "Street Charge" is etched on the product panels.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled charging stations until a free inspection and repair of weld connections is conducted by Goal Zero. The firm is notifying all known customers.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.