Suntech America Recalls SolarBlend Roof Tiles Due to Fire Hazard

SolarBlend™ Roof Tiles

Date of Recall

2012-02-23

CPSC Release Number

12-725

Manufactured In

China

Units

About 300 installations

Manufacturer

Wuxi Suntech Power Co. Ltd., of Wuxi, China

Importer

Suntech America Inc., of San Francisco, Calif.

Sold By

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.

Problem/Hazard

The connectors between the solar roof tiles can become loose, posing a fire hazard.

Injuries/Incidents

Suntech has received one report of one fire involving six SolarBlend roof tiles. Only the tiles were damaged and no one was injured.

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).

Remedy

Suntech has been notifying consumers directly. Consumers who have not been contacted by Suntech should turn off their solar energy systems immediately. Consumers should contact Suntech to schedule a free inspection and repair of the solar energy system. Suntech will repair the solar energy system at no cost to the consumer.

Consumer Contact

For additional information and to schedule a free inspection and repair of the solar energy systems, contact Suntech toll-free at (888) 770-7122 between 5 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm’s website at http://www.suntech-power.com/product-safety

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