Idea Village Wireless Light Switches recall: Fire Hazard
Idea Village Recalls Wireless Light Switches Due to Fire Hazard
Why was Idea Village Wireless Light Switches recalled?
The light switch receiver, which fits into the wall outlet, can overheat and pose a fire hazard to consumers.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the product and contact IdeaVillage to learn about free remedy options. Contact: For additional information, contact Idea Village at (800) 765-2994, or visit the firm's Web site at www.handyswitchrecall.com
What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.
Is my product affected?
Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.
- Product
- Handy Switch, Wireless Light Switches
- Company
- Idea Village Products Corp., of Wayne (formerly of Fairfield), N.J.
- Quantity
- About 1.3 million
- Sold at
- Mass merchandisers and drug store chains nationwide, through television infomercials and the Internet from March 2007 through July 2009 for between $10 and $15.
- Recall date
- October 21, 2009
- Incidents / injuries
- The firm has received 14 reports of overheating, including nine reports of fire, five of which involved property damage such as minor damage to curtains, bedding or walls.
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
The Handy Switch is a white plastic wireless remote light switch with model number KS-080 printed on the back of the receiver. On the front of the receiver is a blue electroluminescent nightlight.