Reported Jan 28, 2016
RNG Recalls 100-Watt Bendable Solar Panels Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)
RNG Group Inc. of Ontario, Calif.
High riskUsing this product could cause serious injury, illness or death — stop using it now.What you should do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled solar panels and return them to RNG for free replacements.
Firm contact: Email RNG at techsupport@renogy.com
What it looks like
Is this the product you have?
- 100-watt bendable solar panels
- Amount recalled
- About 1,500 (in addition, about 20 solar panels were sold in Canada)
Where it was sold
Sold at Online at Amazon.com, eBay.com and Renogy-store.com from May 2015 through October 2015 for about $300..
Why it was recalled
Stop using this product now
The solar panels can overheat, posing a risk of fire.
Using this product could cause serious injury, illness or death — stop using it now.
Reports so far: The firm has received 11 reports of the solar panels overheating, including three reports of property damage. No injuries have been reported.
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