CPSC2011-02-23
Remote Control Systems Recalled by Niles Audio Due to Fire Hazard
Niles Audio Corp., of Miami, Fla.
Hazard
If the battery falls from the remote control during handling, it can rupture and smoke or ignite, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and contact Niles Audio to schedule an in-home repair to receive a replacement battery and a more secure battery cover. Consumers should not attempt to open the battery compartment. Niles Audio is directly contacting consumers who purchased the recalled remote control systems.
Sold at
Authorized dealers and distributors of audio/video equipment between January 2008 and September 2010 for about $1,300 for the iRemoteTS and $1,000 for the iC2.
Affected count
About 4,160
Injuries reported
The company has received four reports of batteries falling from the remote control system during handling; one of the batteries ignited and singed a carpet and the other three smoked.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Replace
Products
Remote control systems for entertainment electronics
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Niles Audio at (800) 667-3991 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.nilesaudio.com/recall
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2011/Remote-Control-Systems-Recalled-by-Niles-Audio-Due-to-Fire-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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