Wii(tm) Battery Recharge Stations Recalled by Griffin International Due to Burn and Fire Hazards
CPSC recall 09303 · announced August 11, 2009 · Griffin International Cos · 220,000 units affected
The product
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.
The hazard
The battery pack can overheat, posing a burn or fire hazard to the consumer.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using these recharge stations and contact Griffin International to obtain information on how to return the product and receive a free replacement.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Six incidents of overheating have been reported to the firm. Two consumers reported minor burns to the hand.
Sold at: 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.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Griffin International toll free at 888-344-4702 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday-Friday, email productsafety@psyclonegamer.com or visit this Web site: www.psyclonegamer.com/Wii4Dock.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.