The Recall Desk
Our severity:HighNHTSA·24E005000·Announced 2024-01-26

Renogy Recalls 12V, 24V, and 48V Battery Packs Due to Fire Risk

Renogy is recalling specific battery packs because relay contactors may become stuck, increasing the risk of fire during charging.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 3/5 (High).

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 fire, which is a risk-of-harm product where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the High severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Renogy is recalling certain battery packs with model number RBT210LFP51S-12 and part number RBT210LFP51S-12-G1-U. The recall involves approximately 1,800 units.

The defect involves battery relay contactors that may become stuck in the closed position. Relays that remain stuck in the closed position increase the risk of a fire during battery charging.

Owners should contact Renogy customer service at 1-909-760-6898 to arrange for a free firmware update. Vehicle manufacturers were notified in February 2024. Owners may also contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY recall
Manufacturer
Renogy
Category
Consumer Product — Batteries
Hazard
Affected units
1,800

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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