Recalls / 2008-10-22
Rage Wireless Guitars Used with Popular Video Gaming System Recalled Due to Chemical Burn Risk
09019 · Recalled 2008-10-22 · CPSC page
Description
The Rage Wireless Guitar controller is designed to be used on the Nintendo Wii system. The guitar is blue or white and is 31 inches long. The guitar contains battery-operated LED-lighted fret buttons that go up the neck of the guitar.
Hazards
A circuit board defect can cause AA batteries used in the guitar to leak if the batteries are installed incorrectly, posing a risk of chemical burns to consumers.
Reported injuries
Performance Designed Products has received one report of a burn to a consumer.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the wireless guitar game controllers immediately and return them to the place where purchased for a full refund. Do not contact or return the product to Nintendo.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Rage Wireless Guitars | About 57,000 |
Parties
- Manufacturer
- Performance Designed Products LLC
- Distributor
- Performance Designed Products LLC, of Sherman Oaks, Calif.
- Made in
- China
- Sold at
- Mass merchandisers, specialty retailers nationwide, $60.
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Performance Designed Products at (800) 331-3844 between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.pdp.com
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Source: CPSC recall 09019. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.