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Fire / OverheatingAugust 11, 2009CPSC #09303

Wii(tm) Battery Recharge Stations Recalled by Griffin International Due to Burn and Fire Hazards

Brand
Unknown
Product
Chargers & Adapters
Units affected
220,000
Remedy
replacement

What was recalled

The Wii 4-Dock Recharge Station includes a white docking station with four recharge stations and a four rechargeable battery pack. Brand names are on the front of the packaging and the model numbers, Psyclone (PSE6501) and React (RT530), can be found on the bottom side of the product.

Hazard

The battery pack can overheat, posing a burn or fire hazard to the consumer.

Injuries

Six incidents of overheating have been reported to the firm. Two consumers reported minor burns to the hand.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • The Psyclone Essentials brand was sold at Target, Toys R Us and Amazon.com nationwide; React was sold at Best Buy stores nationwide. Both were sold from January 2008 through July 2009 for about $50.

Photos

Recalled Battery Recharge StationBottom of Recalled Battery Recharge StationQC Sticker on Bottom of Recalled Battery Recharge StationRecalled Battery Recharge Station details
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