NETGEAR Inc. Recall of Wall Plug Ethernet Bridges
Wall Plug Ethernet Bridge |
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Date of Recall:
Wednesday, July 14th, 2004
CPSC Release Number:
04-178
Manufactured In:
China
Company Phone Number:
(800) 303-5507
Units:
About 53,500 units
Manufacturer:
NETGEAR Inc., of Santa Clara, Calif.
Sold By:
Various electronics stores, Web sites, and through the NETGEAR
Web site from February 2003 through May 2004 for between $50 and $80.
Problem/Hazard:
The plastic housing on these units can detach, posing a shock
hazard.
Injuries/Incidents:
NETGEAR has received one report from a consumer of
a detached casing. No injuries were reported.
Description:
The Wall Plug Ethernet Bridge is used to extend internet
availability throughout a home or business. It is 2.75 inches high, 3.5
inches wide, and 2 inches thick, with a grayish silver plastic housing.
"NETGEAR" is written on the top of the housing. The plastic housing
contains a label with the model number and the serial number on it. The
model number is XE102 and the serial numbers are XE12A32LB000001 through
XE12A32LB005000 and XE12134LB005021 through XE12143LB053586.
Remedy:
Consumers should stop using the product immediately. Remove
electrical power source to the receptacle and unplug the unit. Contact
the company for a free repair kit. The free repair kit when affixed
will ensure that the plastic housing will not become loose or separated.
Consumer Contact:
Call NETGEAR Inc., toll-free at (800) 303-5507
anytime for a free repair kit. Consumers also can register at the
company's Web site
www.netgear.com to order a free repair kit.
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