CPSC, OnQ Technologies Announce Recall of Telephone Line-Sharing Devices
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2003-09-10). About 3,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 03181 |
| Published | 2003-09-10 |
| Last updated | 2025-06-20 |
| Product category | Telephones, Cell Phones & Accessories |
| Products | OnQ Telephone Line-Sharing Devices |
| Firm named in the title | OnQ Technologies |
| Firms | OnQ Technologies, of Middletown, Pa. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | United States |
| Units (US) | 3,000 |
| Remedy classes | replace |
| Sold | Distributors of electrical devices and sold by professional installers nationwide and in Canada, between November 2002 and June 2003, for about $80. |
Description
The recalled units are labeled "OnQ" and "1x8 ENHANCED TELECOM w/SURGE." The devices are professionally installed as part of a telephone line-sharing system in homes. One of the slots on the device is labeled, "SECURITY." The security line should get priority in an emergency. Part number 364551-01, written on the product label, and a date code (DC) of "2303" (meaning the 23rd week of 2003) or earlier are included in the recall. The date code is located on the edge of the device, above the mounting tabs.
Hazard
A security system connected to this device could be prevented from notifying emergency personnel of a hazard. The delay could cause consumers to suffer injuries.
Remedy
Consumers should contact OnQ to receive a free replacement of the telephone line-sharing device.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
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