Goal Zero Yeti 3000X Recall (2026): Is Yours Affected and How to Fix It

Yes, the Goal Zero Yeti 3000X was recalled. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced recall 26-712 on August 20, 2026, covering about 46,200 units whose circuit board can overheat and cause fire and burn injuries. Stop using the unit immediately, even if it seems to work normally, then install the free firmware update (version 1.9.5) through the Goal Zero app. The fix is a repair, not a refund or a return, and Goal Zero will install it for you at no cost if you can't.

Recall Quick Facts

How to Tell If Your Unit Is Affected

CPSC describes the recalled unit as silver and black with yellow handles, a digital display on the front, and electrical ports, mounted on a rolling cart with two wheels and a telescoping handle. It measures about 24.4 inches high, 18.5 inches wide and 22.3 inches deep and weighs about 92 pounds. The Goal Zero logo is on the front bar of the cart, and a nameplate under the lid reads "YETI 3000X."

Goal Zero states that all 120V Yeti 3000X units are affected, so you do not need a special serial number to qualify. Check the product name and serial number on the nameplate under the lid to confirm your model.

What to Do, Step by Step

1. Stop using the unit now. CPSC and Goal Zero both say to stop using it immediately, even if it appears normal, and not to run it unattended in the meantime.
2. Install the firmware. Download the free Goal Zero app (Apple App Store or Google Play) and pair your unit. On Wi-Fi, tap the update banner or go to Settings > Firmware Update.
3. Watch the update. The app shows a progress bar and the unit's display shows "upd" while it installs. Don't power it off or disconnect.
4. Confirm it finished. The app should report completion and show version 1.9.5 (the unit's display shows 195). If the update was interrupted, the unit has not been fixed.
5. Resume normal use once the firmware is installed, per Goal Zero.

If the Update Won't Install

• Use a stable connection. Goal Zero recommends home Wi-Fi. If that fails, a mobile hotspot can work if it is set to 2.4 GHz and a second device runs the app.
• Contact Goal Zero and they can install the update for you at no cost: 888-794-6250 (9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Mountain Time, Monday to Friday), support@goalzero.com, or the online form at recallsupport.goalzero.com.
• Check the official notice for any changes: CPSC recall 26-712.

If your unit has already overheated, smoked, or smelled unusual, stop using it and contact Goal Zero before doing anything else. Store it away from flammable material and don't charge it unattended.

Does the Recall Affect Other Goal Zero Models?

The recall covers only the Yeti 3000X. Neither CPSC nor Goal Zero's recall page lists other models, including the discontinued Yeti 1500X and its LiFePO4 successor, the Yeti 1500. It is still sensible to keep any power station on current firmware and to register it with the maker so you get safety notices.

Lessons for Any Power Station Owner

A recall like this is not a reason to avoid a whole brand, since lithium battery recalls occur across the industry. It is a reason to register your product, keep the companion app installed, and read safety notices. LiFePO4 chemistry, now standard in most new stations, is more thermally stable than the NMC used in older units. See our portable power station safety guide and our LiFePO4 vs lithium-ion comparison. If you are shopping, our best portable power stations list covers current picks.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Goal Zero Yeti 3000X recalled?

Yes. CPSC recall 26-712 (August 20, 2026) covers about 46,200 units, because the circuit board can overheat and cause fire and burn injuries. Goal Zero received four reports and no injuries.

Do I need to return my Yeti 3000X for a refund?

No. The remedy is a free repair in the form of firmware update 1.9.5 installed through the Goal Zero app. Goal Zero will install it for you if you can't, at no cost. It is not a return or refund recall.

Can I keep using my Yeti 3000X until I update it?

No. CPSC and Goal Zero say to stop using it immediately, even if it seems to work, and resume normal operation only after the firmware is installed.

How do I check if my Yeti 3000X has the fix?

Open the Goal Zero app and check Settings > Firmware: it should show version 1.9.5, and the unit's display shows 195. If the install was interrupted, run it again or contact Goal Zero.

Are all Yeti 3000X units affected?

Goal Zero says all 120V Yeti 3000X units (SKU 36400) are affected, sold from May 2020 through August 2025. Check the nameplate under the lid to confirm your model.