CPSC2006-06-07
Etón Portable Radios Recalled, Batteries Pose Fire Hazard
Etón Corp., of Palo Alto, Calif.
Hazard
The battery in this radio can overheat and possibly rupture when using the AC adapter, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled radios immediately, and call Etón Corp. for a refund or replacement product.
Sold at
Electronic stores and catalog, and on-line retailers from November 2004 through February 2006 for about $500.
Affected count
About 1,700
Injuries reported
Etón has received one report of a battery overheating. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
India
Products
Etón E1XM-Model AM/FM/SW/XM-Ready Radios
Consumer contact
For more information call Etón Corp. at (800) 872-2228 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Website at www.etoncorp.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2006/Eton-Portable-Radios-Recalled-Batteries-Pose-Fire-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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