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CPSCRecalled Nov 19, 2004 · #05515

CPSC, Midwest and GE Announce Recall of Meter Load Centers

Hazard

Some of these products were sold with loose internal bolt connections, which could result in excessive heat or fire.

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Description

The following models are included in this recall: model numbers R256EB1A, R256EB1NA, and R256EB1018A (Midwest) and TSLR1220CSAL (GE). Affected date code range is SAL421 through 432.

Product details

Product
Meter socket load center
Type
Meter Boxes
Manufacturer
Midwest Electric Products, HW 22 North, Mankato, MN 56001 | GE Consumer & Industrial, 41 Woodford Ave., Plainville, CT
Model numbers
R256EB1A, R256EB1NA, R256EB1018A, TSLR1220CSAL
UPCs
Sold at
Distributed by electrical product distributors.
Made in
Mexico

What you should do

Midwest and GE have begun contacting all consumers, distributors and the utility companies to locate the affected products. They will repair or replace the product at no charge to the consumers.

View the official CPSC notice