100-watt bendable solar panels recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

January 28, 2016

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

RNG Recalls 100-Watt Bendable Solar Panels Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)

Recall number

16725

Sold / distributed

Online at Amazon.com, eBay.com and Renogy-store.com from May 2015 through October 2015 for about $300.

Why it was recalled

The solar panels can overheat, posing a risk of fire.

What was recalled

This recall involves Renogy brand 100-watt bendable solar panels. The recalled solar panels are black plastic sheets about 41 inches long by about 21 inches wide by about 1/8 inch thick. Model number RNG-100DB is on the top of the panel, either on the front or back.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled solar panels and return them to RNG for free replacements.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.