Elteck Solar Inverters Recalled Due to Fire Hazard – February 2019

What Was Recalled

The Eltek THEIA HE-t string inverters that convert DC power from residential solar panels to AC power supplied to the electrical grid system manufactured by Delta Electronics USA have been recalled. They sold about 2,600 defective units through various solar installers in Arizona, New York, Tennessee and Washington from March 2012 through May 2017 for between $2,000 and $4,000.

Why Was It Recalled

The capacitors can fail and allow heat to build up and the cover can eject with force from the unit, posing fire and impact hazards. Delta Electronics has received 11 reports of the capacitors failing and allowing heat to buildup, including two reports of the cover forcibly ejecting off the inverter units. Thankfully, no injuries have been reported.

How to Identify The Recalled Product

 The recalled inverters measure about 28 inches high by 14 inches wide by 6.5 inches deep. They were sold in four different kilowatt ratings: 2.0 kW, 2.9 kW, 3.8, kW, and 4.4 kW. “Eltek,” and the model designation “THEIA” and “HE-t” are printed on the front display panel of the inverter. The inverters could be installed in different places around the consumers’ homes.

For additional information about this specific recall such as possible remedies, restitution, repairs, replacement, recourse, and manufacturer contact information you can follow this link to the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission website.