The Recall Desk
SevereCPSC·13035·Announced 2012-11-13

Nielsen-Kellerman Recalls R2 Microphones Due to Electric Shock and Burn Hazards

Nielsen-Kellerman is recalling R2 microphones because the metal boom can conduct electricity, posing a risk of electric shock or burns to users.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk of electric shock and burns, with reported second-degree burns, which aligns with the rubric criterion for 'significant injury reports' under the Severe category.

Plain-English summary

Nielsen-Kellerman Co. is recalling approximately 7,500 NK R2 microphones manufactured before September 1, 2012. These microphones are designed for use by the navigator of rowed racing boats to direct rowers and are used with Cox Box and Cox Box Mini voice amplifiers. The recalled units feature a black metal microphone boom that is not covered by rubber and lacks a yellow warning tag on the cable.

The recall is due to a hazard where the metal boom can conduct electricity from an exposed speaker wire or connector, potentially shocking or burning the user. Nielsen-Kellerman has received reports of three incidents in which users reported second-degree burns where the metal boom contacted their face.

The microphones were sold online and through authorized NK dealers worldwide for about $99. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled R2 microphones and return them to Nielsen-Kellerman for a free replacement. For more information, consumers can contact Nielsen-Kellerman at (800) 784-4221 in the U.S. or (Country Code)-1-610-447-1555 outside the U.S., or visit www.NKhome.com.

The recalled product

Product
Microphone
Manufacturer
Nielsen-Kellerman Co., of Boothwyn, Penn.
Category
Consumer Product — Audio/Video Systems & Accessories
Hazard
Affected units
7,500

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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