The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·02556·Announced 2002-08-09

Square D Recalls MA/MH Circuit Breakers Due to Fire Hazard

Square D is recalling about 40,000 MA/MH circuit breakers sold between October 2000 and March 2002 because incorrect torque on mounting screws could cause overheating and fire.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (fire hazard) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and Square D Company are recalling approximately 40,000 MA/MH circuit breakers. These products were manufactured between October 2000 and March 2002 and sold for between $3,000 and $9,000.

The recall is due to a potential defect where an incorrect torque load may have been applied to the lug mounting screws. This error could result in a lower clamping load than specified, causing the circuit breakers to overheat and creating a fire hazard. No injuries have been reported.

Consumers should contact Square D at (800) 634-8730 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT, Monday through Friday, to arrange a free repair. The repair involves verifying proper screw torque and tightening any screws that do not meet the required specifications.

The recalled product

Product
MA/MH circuit breakers
Manufacturer
Square D Company, of Palatine, Ill.
Category
Consumer Product — Electrical Components
Hazard
Affected units
40,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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