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

Description: 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.

Name of product: 100-watt bendable solar panels

Units: About 1,500 (in addition, about 20 solar panels were sold in Canada)

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

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled solar panels and return them to RNG for free replacements.

Recall date: January 28, 2016

Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received 11 reports of the solar panels overheating, including three reports of property damage. No injuries have been reported.

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

Importers: RNG Group Inc., of Ontario, Calif.

Manufactured in: Thailand

Consumer contact: Email RNG at techsupport@renogy.com

Recall number: 16-725