CPSC2021-02-12
NZXT Recalls H1 Computer Cases Due to Fire Hazard
NZXT Inc., of City of Industry, Calif.
Hazard
Metal screws that attach the PCIe riser assembly to the chassis can cause a short in the printed circuit board and overheating, posing a fire hazard due to the circuit board's design.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled computer cases and contact NZXT for a free repair kit.
Sold at
Online at www.NZXT.com and in electronic stores nationwide from February 2020 through February 2021 for about $350.
Affected count
About 32,000 (In addition, about 1,024 were sold in Canada)
Injuries reported
NZXT has received 11 reports of circuit boards overheating or catching fire worldwide, six of which occurred in the U.S. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Repair
Products
NZXT H1 computer cases
Consumer contact
NZXT toll-free at 888-965-5520 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, by email at h1support@nzxt.com, or online at https://info.nzxt.com/h1-recall/ or www.nzxt.com and click on "Contact" then "Customer Support" for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2021/NZXT-Recalls-H1-Computer-Cases-Due-to-Fire-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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