The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·09180·Announced 2009-04-02

RadioShack Recalls Illuminated Rocker Switches Due to Shock Hazard

RadioShack is recalling approximately 18,000 illuminated rocker switches because incorrect wiring instructions on the packaging create a shock hazard for consumers.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a shock hazard from incorrect installation instructions, which is a risk-of-harm product where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the High severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

RadioShack Corp. is recalling approximately 18,000 Illuminated Round Rocker Switches, catalog number 275-0021. The recall involves units with a date code of 01P09 (January 2009) or earlier. These switches are used as replacement on/off switches for electronics or hobby projects.

The recall was initiated because the wiring diagram on the switch's package is incorrect. The Neutral and Line notation is reversed, which poses a shock hazard to consumers who follow the printed instructions. No injuries have been reported.

The switches were sold at RadioShack stores nationwide and online at www.radioshack.com from June 2008 through January 2009 for about $4. Consumers should immediately stop using the switch and check their installation to ensure the Line or Hot conductor is connected to the switch, rather than following the original instructions on the back of the package. Corrected wiring instructions are available at www.radioshack.com/recalls or by contacting RadioShack.

The recalled product

Product
Illuminated Round Rocker Switches
Manufacturer
RadioShack Corp., of Fort Worth, Texas
Category
Consumer Product — Electrical Components
Hazard
Affected units
18,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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