Etón Portable Radios Recalled, Batteries Pose Fire Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2006-06-07). Hazards: fire, burn, explosion. About 1,700 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 06180 |
| Published | 2006-06-07 |
| Last updated | 2024-06-24 |
| Product category | Radios & Music Players |
| Products | Etón E1XM-Model AM/FM/SW/XM-Ready Radios |
| Firms | Etón Corp., of Palo Alto, Calif. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | India |
| Units (US) | 1,700 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn, explosion |
| Remedy classes | refund, replace, stop use |
| Sold | Electronic stores and catalog, and on-line retailers from November 2004 through February 2006 for about $500. |
Description
The E1XM-model AM/FM/SW/XM-ready radios that are included in the recall have serial numbers from 3,067 through 5,642. The serial number is listed underneath the flap on the back of the unit. The Etón logo is located on the bottom left-hand corner of the unit. The XM radio logo and "e1" are written in the upper right corner of the radio. The unit is silver, and measures about 13 inches wide by 7.5 inches high by 2.5 inches deep.
Hazard
The battery in this radio can overheat and possibly rupture when using the AC adapter, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled radios immediately, and call Etón Corp. for a refund or replacement product.
Incidents and injuries
Etón has received one report of a battery overheating. No injuries have been reported.
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