Suntech America Recalls SolarBlend Roof Tiles Due to Fire Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2012-02-23 · 12725
Hazards
The connectors between the solar roof tiles can become loose, posing a fire hazard.
Recall
Number
12725
Date
2012-02-23
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
SolarBlend™ Roof Tiles
Remedies
Options
Repair
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Wuxi Suntech Power Co. Ltd., of Wuxi, China
Retailer(s)
Roofing retailers and installers in Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Kansas and Nevada from October 2009 through March 2011. Depending on the solar energy system size, installation cost can range from $15,000 to $100,000.
Importer(s)
Suntech America Inc., of San Francisco, Calif.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
SolarBlend roof tiles replace conventional roof tiles to provide solar energy to the building. This recall involves all SolarBlend roof tiles with model numbers STP050D-5/ZCB (brown), STP050D-5/ZCF (terra cotta), and STP050D-5/ZCG (gray).