Goal Zero YETI 3000X Power Stations Recalled Over Fire and Burn Risk

Product Recalls - August 28, 2026

Goal Zero Issues Recall for YETI 3000X Power Stations After Multiple Reports of the Units Catching Fire

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS (August 22, 2026) – Goal Zero has issued a recall for their YETI 3000X Power Stations because they can pose a major fire and burn hazard.

The recall was issued on August 20, 2026. An estimated 46,200 units were sold prior to that announcement.

According to the recall notice by the Consumer Product Safety Commission, the circuit boards on the power stations can overheat. This creates the real possibility that the units catch fire.

The manufacturer has received at least four reports of the power stations catching fire. No injuries have been reported at this time.

The devices were originally manufactured in China and sold at various stores, including REI stores and Costco.

Liability for Injuries Caused by Defective Power Station

Manufacturers have a legal responsibility to ensure that their products are reasonably safe. They can be held legally responsible if their product is considered unreasonably dangerous at the time it was sold. Courts will take into consideration numerous factors when evaluating whether or not any product is defective. For example, a product will typically be considered defective if its risk exceeds what an ordinary consumer would reasonably expect. There are a number of different areas that require close examination when evaluating how any power station may have failed.

Investigators should consider whether any type of defect with the battery management system or temperature controls may contribute to overheating.
Another important area of examination is the manufacturing and assembly of the product. Poor soldering or damaged wiring can lead to catastrophic failures.
Inadequate safety information could also potentially lead to a product liability claim. Manufacturers have a legal obligation to warn about the non-obvious hazards associated with their product.
All of the product records related to testing and incident reports are also worth considering.

When a manufacturer creates a defective product that injured a consumer, they can be held strictly liable if any consumer is injured. Consider, for example, Gudmundson v. Del Ozone, 2010 UT 33. A prison laundry supervisor claimed that she was injured by a newly installed generator. The Utah Supreme Court held that her attorneys presented sufficient evidence to argue that the product involved was unreasonably dangerous.

Steps to Take After Accidents Involving Defective Power Stations

Electrical equipment failures can result in consumers being exposed to smoke inhalation and scorching hot components. These incidents have resulted in many serious injuries and deaths over the years. According to one report by the U.S. Fire Administration, there were approximately 23,700 residential fires caused by electrical malfunction. These fires resulted in 305 deaths and 800 injuries.

The unit that caused the fire or was otherwise malfunctioning should stop being used.
It should be determined if the power station was on any type of recall notice.
The product should be stored in a secure location where it is not likely to cause additional harm.
All of the official records related to the incident should be stored. This includes medical records.
The circumstances surrounding the incident should be thoroughly documented.

Power stations are used in a variety of different industries and home settings. Injuries involving these devices are largely preventable. Consumers should always use power stations as directed to avoid the major risks. Unfortunately, even if consumers are exceptionally prudent, they cannot always anticipate all of the ways that a defective product may harm them. Any person injured by a defective power station may be able to seek some measure of accountability through a civil claim.

Getting Legal Help After Being Injured by a Power Station

If a defective portable power station causes burns or other serious injuries, determining what may have gone wrong is very important. Preserving evidence and reviewing the product’s design can help identify all responsible parties. Our product liability attorneys can examine the unique facts of your case and let you know how much compensation you may be entitled to.

Horwitz Horwitz & Associates are ready to help if you’ve been injured by a defective product. We have decades of experience helping victims get the support and justice that they are entitled to under the law. You can rest assured that we will do everything in our power to protect your rights and hold the company that harmed you accountable. You are always welcome to reach out to us anytime at (312) 564-4256.