Safety Recall: Kaneka Connection Cable (for Solar Power Generation System) / Cable (VISOLA Thin-Film Silicon Solar Cell) – Japan CAA

Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 06, 2026

Recall Information Record

Case Number: 00000032950
Product: Connection Cable (for Solar Power Generation System) / Cable (VISOLA Thin-Film Silicon Solar Cell)
Brand: Kaneka
Hazards: Fire Hazard
Source: Japan Consumer Affairs Agency (CAA)

WHAT HAPPENED

Kaneka has issued a recall for certain connection cables used in its VISOLA thin-film silicon solar power generation systems. The recall was published by the Japan Consumer Affairs Agency (CAA) under ID 00000032950 and is coordinated with the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI). The affected product is the incoming cable (引込ケーブル) which may, in very rare instances, overheat or break, posing a potential fire hazard. The recall covers the cable sold under the product name “接続ケーブル（太陽光発電システム用）ケーブル（VISOLA_薄膜シリコン太陽電池）” (Connection Cable for Solar Power Systems / VISOLA Thin-Film Silicon Solar Cell Cable). No specific model numbers, lot numbers, JAN codes, or affected quantities have been listed in the notice. The corrective action is a part replacement, and the recall process began on September 6, 2024. Owners of Kaneka VISOLA solar systems should verify if their equipment uses the recalled cable. If so, they should stop using the system immediately and contact Kaneka or their installer for a free replacement. The following steps are recommended:

• Check your solar system’s cable labeling against the recalled product name.
• If the cable matches, discontinue use and contact Kaneka support via the provided contact information.
• Schedule a technician visit to replace the cable at no cost.

AFFECTED BATCHES & TARGET SPECIFICS

– **Target Model / Type:** N/A
– **JAN Barcode:** N/A
– **Affected Serial / Lot Numbers:** N/A
– **Total Units Affected:** N/A

ADDITIONAL REGULATORY NOTES

The recall was announced by the Japan Consumer Affairs Agency (CAA) under management number 00000032950. The referenced regulatory authority is the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI). The recall involves a risk of heat generation or wire breakage in the incoming cable, which in rare cases could lead to fire. Corrective action is part replacement, effective from September 6, 2024.

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