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Southwire Recalls Voltage Detectors Due to Shock and Burn Hazards

Reported: June 1, 2016 Initiated: June 1, 2016 #16183

Product Description

This recall involves Southwire non-contact voltage detectors with model numbers 40110N and 40120N. Voltage detectors alert users to the presence of electric current running through electrical wires. The recalled voltage detectors are cylindrical shaped, about six inches long and about two inches in circumference. They are brownish gold in color with a black center insert. "Southwire," the model number and the CE and UL listing symbols are printed on the voltage detectors. They have red LED lights to indicate the presence of live electric current. Model 40110N detects voltage from 100 to 1,000 VAC. Model 40120N detects voltage from 24 to 1,000 VAC.

Reason for Recall

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.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled voltage detectors and contact Southwire for instructions on returning them for a free replacement voltage detector.

Details

Units Affected
About 1.2 million (in addition, 3,640 were sold in Canada)
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2016/Southwire-Recalls-Voltage-Detectors

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves Southwire non-contact voltage detectors with model numbers 40110N and 40120N. Voltage detectors alert users to the presence of electric current running through electrical wires. The recalled voltage detectors are cylindrical shaped, about six inches long and about two inches in circumference. They are brownish gold in color with a black center insert. "Southwire," the model number and the CE and UL listing symbols are printed on the voltage detectors. They have red LED lights to indicate the presence of live electric current. Model 40110N detects voltage from 100 to 1,000 VAC. Model 40120N detects voltage from 24 to 1,000 VAC.. Recalled by Southwire Company LLC, of Carrollton, Ga.. Units affected: About 1.2 million (in addition, 3,640 were sold in Canada).
Why was this product recalled? ▼
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 should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled voltage detectors and contact Southwire for instructions on returning them for a free replacement voltage detector.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on June 1, 2016. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 16183.

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