Goal Zero Recalls Yeti Link Modules with EC8 Cables Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
USGoal Zero Recalls Yeti Link Modules with EC8 Cables Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
Motif du rappel / Danger
TranslatedThe connection between the Yeti Link Expansion modules and the cables can overheat and melt, posing fire and burn hazards.
Description du produit & Identification
TranslatedThis recall involves Yeti Link Expansion Modules along with EC8 power cables. They were sold as kits and also sold separately. The modules and cables were used in homes and installed in vehicles. For vehicles, the module allows consumers to wire the modules to the vehicle alternator to enable the battery to charge while the vehicle is running. In homes, the modules and cables allow consumers to connect additional batteries to the Yeti Power Station/Generator. Yeti Link Modules with model number 98200 or 98210 and Goal Zero are printed on the module. Recalled Product Name Model Number Yeti Link Expansion Module 98200 and 98210 Male EC8 to Ring Cable 98203 and 98204 Female EC8 to Ring Cable 98202 and 98205 MPPTx to Tank Cable with EC8 connector 98410 12' EC8 Extension Cable 98201 and 98206
Produits concernés
TranslatedYeti Link Expansion Modules and EC8 Cables
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2024/Goal-Zero-Recalls-Yeti-Link-Modules-with-EC8-Cables-Due-to-Fire-and-Burn-Hazards |
| Title | Goal Zero Recalls Yeti Link Modules with EC8 Cables Due to Fire and Burn Hazards |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/yeti-expansion.png |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Recalled Yeti Link Expansion Module |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/EC8-extention-cable.png |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Recalled 12' EC8 Extension Cable |
| Images › 3 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/male-EC8-ring.png |
| Images › 3 › Caption | Recalled Male EC8 to Ring Cable |
| Images › 4 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/female-EC8-ring.png |
| Images › 4 › Caption | Recalled Female EC8 to Ring Cable |
| Images › 5 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/MPPTx-to-tank.png |
| Images › 5 › Caption | Recalled MPPTx to Tank Cable with EC8 Connector |
| Hazards › Name | The connection between the Yeti Link Expansion modules and the cables can overheat and melt, posing fire and burn hazards. |
| Injuries › Name | The firm has received two reports of the cables melting inside a vehicle, causing minor property damage. No injuries have been reported. |
| Products › Name | Yeti Link Expansion Modules and EC8 Cables |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 34,460 (In addition, about 815 were sold in Canada) (The EC8 cables were previously recalled in April 2021) |
| Recall I D | 9976 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Yeti Link modules and cables, and contact Goal Zero to receive a free replacement kit. The kit includes a new Yeti Link module and all the necessary cables with a new connector and instructions. Goal Zero will mail a box and prepaid postage to each consumer who registers at www.goalzero.com/pages/notices-recalls. All replacement kits will be mailed to consumers after they have returned the recalled module. All cables can be discarded in the household trash. Goal Zero is contacting all known purchasers. |
| Importers › Name | Goal Zero LLC, of Draper, Utah |
| Retailers › Name | REI, Bass Pro, Batteries Plus, Scheels, and Sportsman's Warehouse stores nationwide, and online at Goal Zero.com, Amazon.com, Walmart.com, and Backcountry.com from November 2018 through April 2024 for between $50 and $500. |
| Recall Date | 2024-06-20T00:00:00 |
| Description | This recall involves Yeti Link Expansion Modules along with EC8 power cables. They were sold as kits and also sold separately. The modules and cables were used in homes and installed in vehicles. For vehicles, the module allows consumers to wire the modules to the vehicle alternator to enable the battery to charge while the vehicle is running. In homes, the modules and cables allow consumers to connect additional batteries to the Yeti Power Station/Generator. Yeti Link Modules with model number 98200 or 98210 and Goal Zero are printed on the module. Recalled Product Name Model Number Yeti Link Expansion Module 98200 and 98210 Male EC8 to Ring Cable 98203 and 98204 Female EC8 to Ring Cable 98202 and 98205 MPPTx to Tank Cable with EC8 connector 98410 12' EC8 Extension Cable 98201 and 98206 |
| Recall Number | 24270 |
| Remedy Options › Option | Replace |
| Inconjunctions › U R L | https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/goal-zero-yeti-link-expansion-module-and-associated-ec8-cables-recalled-due-fire |
| Consumer Contact | Goal Zero toll-free at 888-794-6250 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, email at support@goalzero.com, or online at www.goalzero.com and at the bottom of the page click on "Notices/Recalls" under the Support column, or at www.goalzero.com/pages/notices-recalls for more information. |
| Last Publish Date | 2024-06-20T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | China |
Consumer Action Protocol: What You Should Do Immediately
Safety StepsCheck the model number, serial number, and date stamp on the rating label on the back or underside of the product.
Immediately discontinue using the product. Unplug electrical items and keep juvenile items out of reach of children.
Under statutory consumer protection rules, consumers are entitled to a full refund, certified replacement, or free repair kit without needing the original sales receipt.
If you suffered an injury, illness, or property damage from this product, file an official incident report with regulatory authorities (CPSC).
Your Legal Rights as a Consumer
Recalls are legally binding corrective safety actions overseen by statutory government bodies. Recalling entities are legally prohibited from charging consumers for official safety remedies. If a retailer or dealership refuses your recall remedy, notify the issuing regulatory agency immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions About This Recall
FAQ GuideQ1:What should I do immediately if I own or bought Goal Zero Recalls Yeti Link Modules with EC8 Cables Due to Fire and Burn Hazards?
Immediately stop using the product and keep it out of reach of children. Disconnect power if electrical, and do not attempt makeshift home repairs.
Q2:Can I get a full refund or free repair for this recall?
Yes. Recalling manufacturers and retail merchants are required under consumer protection regulations to offer a statutory remedy—typically a full refund, certified repair kit, or replacement unit.
Q3:Do I need my original sales receipt to claim a remedy or refund?
In most recall cases, no receipt is required. Because safety recalls are matters of public health and statutory compliance, retailers and manufacturers routinely issue refunds, store credit, or replacement kits upon presentation of the affected product or lot code.
Q4:Where can I verify official information for this safety alert?
This safety alert is aggregated directly from official regulatory agency records (CPSC). You can click the 'Official Agency Alert' link on this page to view the primary government notice and contact the manufacturer directly.
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