Recall #08-218 · Published March 12, 2008
Toggle Switches and Rotary Switches
CPSC published a recall notice for Toggle Switches and Rotary Switches from Ensto Control Oy on March 12, 2008. CPSC identifies this hazard: When switched OFF, one electrical pole may remain energized, posing a risk of electrical shock hazard to consumers. The official remedy states: Consumers who have installed switches can contact the firm for information on how to receive a free inspection and replacement switch. Consumers who have switches that are not installed can return them to Ensto Control Oy, c/o Kaltek Inc., 2310 Peachford Road, Atlanta, Georgia for a replacement switch.
Why it was recalled
When switched OFF, one electrical pole may remain energized, posing a risk of electrical shock hazard to consumers.
Official remedy
Consumers who have installed switches can contact the firm for information on how to receive a free inspection and replacement switch. Consumers who have switches that are not installed can return them to Ensto Control Oy, c/o Kaltek Inc., 2310 Peachford Road, Atlanta, Georgia for a replacement switch.
- Brand
- Ensto Control Oy
- Recall published
- March 12, 2008
- Units
- About 19,000
- Sold at / sales period
- The recalled switches were sold through Ensto Control Oy to distributors, which in turn sold the switches to industrial OEMs. They were not sold in retail establishments or to consumers. The switches were sold for between $30 and $60.Nordstrom stores nationwide from November 2007 through December 2007 for about $50.