CPSC2017-12-05
Netgear Recalls Power Adapters for Outdoor Cameras Due to Fire Hazard
Netgear Inc., of San Jose, Calif.
Hazard
Water can leak into the weatherproof connector on the power adapter and cause a short circuit, melting, and overheating, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled power adapters, unplug them from the camera and contact Netgear for a full refund.
Sold at
Fry's electronics stores nationwide and online at Frys.com and Amazon.com from June 2017 through October 2017 for about $20.
Affected count
About 7,300 (In addition, about 400 were sold in Canada)
Injuries reported
The firm has received seven reports of the power adapter cord melting and overheating, resulting in one fire. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Power adapters for outdoor Arlo cameras
Consumer contact
Netgear toll-free at 866-243-0513 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.arlo.com and click on the recall tab at the top of the page for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2018/Netgear-Recalls-Power-Adapters-for-Outdoor-Cameras-Due-to-Fire-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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