Southwire Wi-Fi Switches recall: Fire Hazard
Southwire Recalls Wi-Fi Switches Due to Fire Hazard
Why was Southwire Wi-Fi Switches recalled?
The wi-fi switches can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled switches and contact Southwire to receive $4 to purchase a standard (non Wi-Fi) replacement switch. In addition, consumers will receive a full refund once the recalled Wi-Fi switch is returned to Southwire. Consumers should hire an electrician to perform the replacement and Southwire will reimburse them for this cost. Contact: Southwire toll-free at 888-770-7156 Monday through Friday from 7 a.m to 6 p.m. CT or online at www.wionproducts.com or www.southwire.com and click on “Product Recall” for more information.
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
- WiOn Indoor In-wall Wi-Fi Switches
- Company
- Southwire Company, LLC, of Carrollton, Ga.
- Quantity
- About 24,000 (In addition, about 6000 were sold in Canada)
- Sold at
- Home improvement and hardware stores nationwide and on-line at Amazon.com and Walmart.com for about $40 and about $80 for a three pack.
- Recall date
- March 15, 2018
- Incidents / injuries
- None
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
This recall involves the WiOn Indoor In-wall Wi-Fi Switch. The switch allows a consumer to control and monitor the lights and appliances at home or at the office with a smart phone from anywhere using a smart phone app. The product is designed to be installed into a single-switch outlet and is white in color with the "WiOn" logo in green on the front.