Goal Zero recalls YETI 3000X portable power stations over overheating circuit board that can cause fires
The circuit board inside the power station can overheat, which could cause a fire or burns; Goal Zero has had four reports of fires, overheating and smoke, but no injuries.
What to do
Stop using the power stations immediately. Install the free firmware update through the Goal Zero application, or contact Goal Zero to have the firmware installed at no cost.
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Recall details
- Product
- Goal Zero YETI 3000X Portable Power Stations
- Company
- Goal Zero, of Draper, Utah
- Hazard
- The recalled power station's circuit board can overheat, posing a risk of serious injury from fire and burn hazards.
- Injuries
- Goal Zero has received four reports of the power stations catching fire, overheating and smoking. No injuries have been reported.
- Units
- About 46,200
- Where sold
- Sold at REI stores nationwide and online at Costco.com, Backcountry.com, Goalzero.com and other online retailers from May 2020 through August 2025 for about $3,00.
- Remedy
- Repair
- Notice last updated
- August 20, 2026
- Recall date
- August 20, 2026
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Official notice
The notice's own wording from CPSC.
Goal Zero Recalls YETI 3000X Power Stations Due to Serious Risk of Injury from Fire and Burn Hazards
- Description
- This recall involves Goal Zero's YETI 3000X power stations. The silver and black portable power stations measure about 24.4 inches high, 18.5 inches wide and 22.3 inches deep, and weigh about 92 pounds. The power stations have yellow handles and a digital display at the front with electrical ports. They sit on a rolling cart with two built-in wheels and a telescoping handle. The Goal Zero logo is printed on the front bar of the cart and on a nameplate located on the underside of the station's lid along with "YETI 3000X".
- Hazard
- The recalled power station's circuit board can overheat, posing a risk of serious injury from fire and burn hazards.
- Remedy
- Consumers should stop using the power stations immediately and install the free repair in the form of a firmware update available through the Goal Zero application or contact Goal Zero for firmware installation at no cost. Remedy options: Repair.
- Injuries
- Goal Zero has received four reports of the power stations catching fire, overheating and smoking. No injuries have been reported.
- Number of units
- About 46,200
- Sold at
- Sold at REI stores nationwide and online at Costco.com, Backcountry.com, Goalzero.com and other online retailers from May 2020 through August 2025 for about $3,00.
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