Counterfeit Square D breakers Recalled
The QO series, of the Square D Company, that were distributed from Miami Breaker Inc. (MBI) have issues a voluntary recall. They are recalling the breakers due to the possibility of not tripping when over-current or overloaded situation occurs. This information was announced on the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). See the How2Fix.com’s recall alerts.
"The counterfeit circuit breakers are marked as Square D in the QO series. The models are QO115 (about 7,800 units), QO120 (about 26,300 units), QO130 (about 3,200 units), QO215 (about 350 units), QO220 (about 720 units), QO230 (about 1,780 units), QO240 (about 1,130 units), QO250 (about 1,150 units) and QO260 (about 1,150 units). Genuine Square D QO breakers have the following: (1) the amp rating written on the handle in white paint on the front of the breaker, (2) the Square D insignia molded onto the breaker side; (3) a yellow chromate clip with half of the top of the clip visible. If your breaker does not match this description, it could be counterfeit.” From CPSC site
We check Miami Breakers Inc. website for more details, nothing was posted, but if you need to contact them, or if you feel you have these breakers, call MBI at (800) 941-1112 between 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday. Consumers can email the firm at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
