CPSCCPSC · Consumer products·Recall number 16183
Non-contact voltage detectors
Published June 1, 2016 · Recall initiated: June 1, 2016
What's the hazard
The voltage detectors can give a false "no voltage" reading when being used to test live wires for electric current, posing shock, electrocution and burn hazards to consumers.
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled voltage detectors and contact Southwire for instructions on returning them for a free replacement voltage detector.
Recall details
- Brand
- Southwire Company LLC, of Carrollton, Ga.
- Manufacturer
- Southwire Company LLC, of Carrollton, Ga.
- Distributor
- Lowe's and other home and hardware stores nationwide and online at lowes.com and other websites from June 2013 through February 2016 for about $15.
- Country
- US
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