Goal Zero Solar Series Combiner Cables for Solar Panels

Date

Feb. 27, 2025

Importer

Goal Zero LLC, of Draper, Utah

CPSC title

Goal Zero Recalls Solar Series Combiner Cables for Solar Panels Due to Fire Hazard

Products

Goal Zero Solar Series Combiner Cables for Solar Panels

Description

This recall involves model number 98715 Goal Zero 4x HPP to 1x HPP+ Solar Series Combiner, a cable for chaining multiple solar panels in series into one output for charging a battery. The combiner cable is a black plastic cable with four high power port (HPP) connectors on one end and one HPP on the other end. The portable panels fold out and are set up by consumers. They are designed for camping and other applications.

Hazard

The recalled combiner cables can malfunction when used with Nomad-series solar panels, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled products and contact Goal Zero to receive a refund of the purchase price in the original form of payment for the recalled Series Combiners. Consumers should register for a refund on the firm's website and then discard the recalled product in the trash in accordance with any local and state ordinances.

Remedy options

Refund

Units

About 530

Injuries reported

The firm has received two reports of fires involving property damage. No injuries have been reported.

Sold at

Online at www.goalzero.com and other websites from October 2023 through September 2024 for about $70 when sold separately and when sold as part of a kit.

Made in

China

Consumer contact

Goal Zero LLC toll-free at 888-794-6250 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. MT, Monday through Friday, email at support@goalzero.com, or online at https://goalzero.com/pages/notices-recalls or www.goalzero.com and click on "Notices/Recalls" at the bottom of the page.

Recall number

25159

What should I do? Something you own was recalled. What now?

Source: CPSC · Consumer product record. View the agency notice. The agency notice governs; check it and the company before acting.