HIGH RISKRecall Data: June 20, 2024

Yeti Link Expansion Modules and EC8 Cables

Goal Zero LLC, of Draper, Utah

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Recalled Yeti Link Expansion Module

Recalled Yeti Link Expansion Module

Recalled 12' EC8 Extension Cable

Recalled 12' EC8 Extension Cable

Recalled Male EC8 to Ring Cable

Recalled Male EC8 to Ring Cable

Recalled Female EC8 to Ring Cable

Recalled Female EC8 to Ring Cable

Recalled MPPTx to Tank Cable with EC8 Connector

Recalled MPPTx to Tank Cable with EC8 Connector

Why is it being recalled? (Hazard)

The connection between the Yeti Link Expansion modules and the cables can overheat and melt, posing fire and burn hazards.

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What should I do? (Remedy)

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.

Consumer Contact

Goal Zero toll-free at 888-794-6250 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, email at [email protected], 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.

Product 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

Where was it sold?

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.

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Quick Facts

Recall Number

24270

Impacted Units

About 34,460 (In addition, about 815 were sold in Canada) (The EC8 cables were previously recalled in April 2021)

Incidents/Injuries

The firm has received two reports of the cables melting inside a vehicle, causing minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.

Did you buy this?

Stop using the product immediately. Check the "Remedy" section for refund or repair instructions.

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