Siemens Recalls Circuit Breakers Due to Fire Hazard
⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately
This product has been flagged with severe risks (fire or burn). Stop using it now and contact the brand or CPSC for a refund, repair, or replacement.
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-345.
This recall involves Siemens and Murray 15 through 50 AMP single and double pole circuit breakers, load centers (circuit breakers that come with an electrical panel), and meter combos (contain a load center and a meter socket). "Siemens" or "Murray," date codes 0610 or 0710 and the catalog number are printed on a label on the side of the circuit breakers. Date codes between June 2010 through August 2010 are stamped on the inside of the metal box of the load centers and meter combos. The catalog number for the load centers and meter combos is printed on a label inside the metal box door and on the packaging. Product Date Codes Catalog Numbers Circuit Breakers 0610, 0710 Q115, Q120, Q130, Q215, Q230, Q250, MP115, MP115U, MP120, MP130, MP215, MP230, MP230U, MP250 Load Centers Jun 23 2010 - Aug 25 2010 G2020B1100CP, G3030B1100CP, G4040B1200CUSGP, LC4040B1200P, G3040B1200CP, G3040L1200CP, G4040B1200CP, G3030B1150CP, W3040B1200CP, G1624L1125CP, W4040B1200CP Meter Combo Jun 23 2010 - Aug 25 2010 JA2040B1200S
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-345.
Consumers should immediately contact Siemens for a free inspection by an electrician and a free replacement product.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact The Home Depot, Lowes, Other Hardware And Building Supply Stores And Numerous Electrical Distributors Nationwide From June 2010 Through August 2010 For Between $2.50 To $235. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-345.
For additional information, contact Siemens at (800) 756-6996 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.usa.siemens.com
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The Home Depot, Lowes, Other Hardware And Building Supply Stores And Numerous Electrical Distributors Nationwide From June 2010 Through August 2010 For Between $2.50 To $235. Recall FAQ
The Home Depot, Lowes, Other Hardware And Building Supply Stores And Numerous Electrical Distributors Nationwide From June 2010 Through August 2010 For Between $2.50 To $235. is the subject of a consumer products recall: Siemens Recalls Circuit Breakers Due to Fire Hazard. The notice was published on September 23, 2010 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 2 units are potentially affected.