CPSC Recalls

Recalls / 2002-08-09

CPSC, Square D Company Announce Recall of Circuit Breakers

02556 · Recalled 2002-08-09 · CPSC page

Recalled MA/MH circuit breaker
Recalled MA/MH circuit breaker

Description

This recall involves MA/MH circuit breakers manufactured between October 2000 and March 2002.

Hazards

The circuit breakers may have an incorrect torque load applied to the lug mounting screws. This could cause the clamping load between the lug and the circuit breaker terminals to be lower than specified, resulting in a high temperature condition. Products could overheat causing a fire hazard.

Reported injuries

None reported.

Remedy

Contact Square D for a free repair. Repairs will consist of verifying proper screw torque and tightening all screws that do not meet the required torque specifications.

Products

NameModelUnits
MA/MH circuit breakersAbout 40,000

Parties

Manufacturer
Square D Company
Made in
United States
Sold at
The circuit breakers were sold, March 2002 for, 000, 000.

Consumer contact

For more information, call (800) 634-8730 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.

Source: CPSC recall 02556. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.