Schneider Electric has recalled approximately 1.4 million Square D QO Plug-On Neutral Load Centers, also known as electrical panels or breaker boxes. These panels, which were sold in various sizes and installed in homes, RVs, and commercial buildings, can overheat. This defect poses a significant risk of thermal burns and fire. The firm has received one report of a loose wire incident, though no injuries have occurred. The recalled units were manufactured between February 2020 and January 2022 and were sold at major home improvement stores like Home Depot and Lowe's for between $90 and $1,660.
The load center can overheat at the neutral connection point, which can cause thermal burns to individuals or ignite a fire inside the structure. One report of a loose wire defect has already been received.
Schneider Electric is directly contacting all known retailers, distributors, homeowners, and any other individuals that purchased or installed the recalled product. All purchasers and installers should immediately contact Schneider Electric to arrange to have the recalled load centers inspected by trained electricians to determine if replacement or repair is required. This inspection and any resulting replacement or repair is free of charge. Consumers can find the catalog number and date code on indoor load centers inside the door of the panel. Consumers should immediately contact Schneider Electric to arrange to have the recalled load center inspected by a trained electrician to determine if repair is required. This inspection and any resulting repair is free of charge. Consumers who continue to use the load centers while awaiting the free repair should have working smoke alarms in their homes. For uninstalled products, consumers should contact Schneider Electric for a free repair or replacement.
Covers manufactured between December 2019 and March 2022 are also included in this recall.
Recalled Indoor Load Center Boxes
Recalled Outdoor Load Center Boxes
Recalled Indoor Load Center (Catalog Number QOC16UF)
Recalled Indoor Load Center (Catalog Number QOC16UF)
Recalled Indoor Load Center (Catalog Number QOC20U100F)
Recalled Outdoor Load Center (Catalog Number QO130M200PRB)
Recalled Indoor Load Center (Catalog Number QO112M100PC)
Recalled Indoor Load Center (Catalog Number QO11220M100C)
If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
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Sources: CPSC Notice · Raw API Response