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HighNHTSA·16E046000·Announced 2016-05-18

Hale Class 1 Ultraview Touchscreen Displays Recalled for False Switch Activations

Hale Products is recalling Class 1 Ultraview Touchscreen Displays manufactured between September 2011 and May 2016. False switch activations may cause accessories to turn on or off, increasing crash risk.

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 where the defect can increase the risk of a crash, but no specific injuries or fatalities are reported in the source text.

Plain-English summary

Hale Products, Inc. is recalling certain Class 1 Ultraview Touchscreen Displays manufactured between September 30, 2011, and May 10, 2016. These displays are equipped with Class 1 Ultraview Touchscreens manufactured by Hale Products. The recall involves 2,262 units.

The affected touchscreens may experience false switch activations without the operator's knowledge. This can cause accessories, such as emergency beacons or automatic snow chains, to turn on or off unexpectedly. The unintended operation of these accessories can affect vehicle performance and increase the risk of a crash.

Hale will notify purchasers of the displays. Depending on the model, the corrective action involves reprogramming the unit or providing supplemental training guides to prevent unintended activations. The recall began on June 30, 2016. Owners may contact Hale customer service at 1-800-533-3569 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM recall
Manufacturer
Hale Products Inc
Category
Vehicle — Electronic Component
Hazard
Affected units
2,262

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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