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U.S. Consumer Product Safety CommissionRecalled 2021-04-07

Goal Zero Recalls Power Cables Due to Fire Hazard

Is my product affected?

EC8 Power Cables

  • Brand Goal Zero LLC, of Bluffdale, Utah
  • UPC 847974006474
  • UPC 847974006481

Check against the official notice below — it lists the full affected range.

What happened

Goal Zero is recalling two power cable models used with Yeti power stations and tanks due to a fire hazard. The 12-foot EC8 Extension Cable (model 98201) and Male EC8 to Ring Cable (model 98202) have connector pins that can deform and overheat. The extension cable was sold individually and with the Car Charge Kit, while the ring cable was sold individually and with various Yeti Tanks. Both cables are used to connect Yeti power stations to tanks or vehicle batteries.

Consumers who own these recalled cables should immediately stop using them. According to the recall, affected consumers should contact Goal Zero for a free replacement cable. Consumers can identify recalled products by checking the model numbers (98201 or 98202) or UPC codes (847974006474 or 847974006481) on the product packaging, receipts, or invoices.

Written by software from the official notice below. Not reviewed by a lawyer.

Hazard

The pins inside the connector on the power cord can deform and overheat, posing a fire hazard.

What should I do?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled cables and contact Goal Zero for a free replacement.

Details from the source

This recall involves only the 12-foot EC8 Extension cables (model 98201) and Male EC8 to Ring cables (model 98202) that are installed in vehicle integrations. The 12-foot EC8 Extension cable was sold individually and with the Car Charge Kit. This cable was used to connect Yeti power stations to either a Yeti Tank or a vehicle battery. The Male EC8 to Ring cable was sold individually and with different Yeti Tanks. These cables are used to connect Yeti Tanks to Yeti power stations and are frequently coupled with the 12-foot EC8 Extension cable. The model and the UPC numbers can be found on the product packaging, receipts or invoices. Recalled Product Name Model Number UPC Codes 12' EC8 Extension Cable 98201 847974006474 Male EC8 to Ring Cable 98202 847974006481

Source

Official record: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission ↗

Republished from the official source above; details can change — the source record controls.

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