Marpac Recalls Sound Machines Due to Burn Hazard
CPSC recall 19102 · announced April 9, 2019 · Marpac · 5,000 units affected
The product
This recall involves Marpac Go travel sleep sound machines. The multi-use sound machine produces numerous different types of sound that block out distracting noise. The sound machine is white with a gray flip stand, an internal rechargeable battery, and comes with a USB cable. It measures about 3 inches high by 2 inches wide with the serial number located on a sticker on the back of the machine. The recalled units have a serial number range GT184600000 through GT184605200
The hazard
The sound machine's internal battery can leak and cause an electrical short, posing a burn hazard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately remove the sound machines from a charging source, stop using, and contact the firm for a full refund. Remedy type: Refund
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported
Sold at: Online at marpac.com, amazon.com, amazon.co.uk, harriscomm.com, and bedbathandbeyond.com from January 2019 through February 2019 for about $40.
Consumer contact: Marpac at 800-999-6962 from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ET Monday through Thursday and 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. ET Friday, email at customerservice@marpac.com or online at https://marpac.com/ and click on “recall notice” for more information.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.