The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·11158·Announced 2011-03-08

Sanus Elements Surge Protectors Recalled Due to Electrical Shock Hazard

Milestone AV Technologies is recalling Sanus Elements surge protectors due to an electrical shock hazard. No injuries have been reported.

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 risk-of-harm product (electrical shock) where no injuries have been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Milestone AV Technologies is recalling approximately 2,500 Sanus Elements model ELM205 low-profile power conditioners or surge protectors. The recall is due to a hazard where improper grounding of the case and inadequate insulation for the circuit breaker pose an electrical shock risk to consumers.

The affected units were sold by independent home theater dealers from June 2009 through December 2010 for about $90. The products were manufactured by Rite-Tech Industrial Co., Ltd., of Taiwan. The recall was issued on March 8, 2011.

Consumers should immediately stop using the product and contact Milestone for a replacement product or refund. For additional information, consumers can contact Milestone toll-free at (877) 894-6280 or visit the firm's website at www.milestone.com/recall.

The recalled product

Product
Low-profile power conditioners/surge protectors
Manufacturer
Rite-Tech Industrial Co., Ltd., of Taiwan
Category
Consumer Product — Electronics
Hazard
Affected units
2,500

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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