Schneider Electric is recalling approximately 62,500 PowerPact J-frame molded case circuit breakers because they may fail to trip during an electrical overload. These black plastic breakers, sold under the Schneider Electric and Square D brands, are rated for 150 to 250 amps and were manufactured between March and September 2014. No injuries or incidents have been reported to date. Consumers should contact the company to receive a free replacement breaker or a handle update kit, along with a credit to cover professional installation costs.
The circuit breaker will not trip during an electrical overload condition, which can lead to overheating and poses a serious risk of fire, burns, and electrical shock to users.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled circuit breakers and contact Schneider Electric for either a free replacement circuit breaker and a credit of up to $300 per address to cover labor costs for installation by a certified electrician or a handle update kit and a credit of up to $150 per address to cover labor costs for installation by a certified electrician.
Schneider PowerPact J-frame molded case lug-style breaker
Schneider PowerPact J-frame molded case I-Line style breaker
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