Contractor Information
Use the links below to obtain information on the AFCI recall.

• What products are affected?
• Does this mean the circuit breaker offers no protection?
• How can I accurately identify these circuit breakers?
• What indicates that the product I have received is functioning properly?
• How can I get arc fault circuit breakers for a home that is ready for final inspection?
• Who can I call for additional information?

What products are affected?
This product recall includes all catalog numbers for QO, HOM and QOB AFI circuit breakers manufactured between March 1, 2004 and September 23, 2004. This includes date codes: CN, DN, EN, FN, GN, HN and JN. Catalog numbers affected include the following:

Does this mean the circuit breaker offers no protection?
No. This issue affects only the arc fault detection capability of the circuit breaker. The circuit breaker will continue to function as a regular breaker providing short circuit and overload protection for the circuit. However, the low level arc fault protection is an import safety feature which may become inoperable. Return to top of page.

How can I accurately identify these circuit breakers?
The only way to identify these circuit breakers is by the date code stamped in red on the label on the load end of the circuit breaker. Return to top of page.

What indicates that the product I have received is functioning properly?
It will be marked with the “KN” (or October) date code and will be labeled with a blue sticker, on the packaging. (Retail products will be labeled on the outer carton and on the clamshell.) In addition, breakers that carry a date code before CN are in compliance (AN, BN and any date codes ending in “L” or “M”). Return to top of page.

How can I get arc fault circuit breakers for a home that is ready for final inspection?
We are prioritizing orders to ensure that home closings proceed on schedule. Contact your Square D distributor and Square D sales representative and they can assist you in receiving product in a timely fashion. Return to top of page.

Who can I call for additional information?
Please contact your Square D sales representative for assistance in expediting an order. For technical questions, call us 1-877-202-9046 for additional information. Return to top of page.