CPSC recall 10-318, announced August 12, 2010, covers Levana Wireless Video Baby Monitors (about 800 units). Wiring in the baby monitor camera can overheat and emit smoke, posing a burn hazard to consumers. The notice cites 2 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using and return the baby monitor directly to CWD for a refund or replacement with a different model. Recall contact: call (866) 946-7828, go to www.mylevana.com, or email support@svat.com.
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Affected model numbers
This recall involves Levana wireless baby monitors with model number LV-TW300.
Which products are included?
This recall involves Levana wireless baby monitors with model number LV-TW300. The receiver front is white and green with six round buttons and the printed word "Levana". It is 7 inches tall and includes a stand/base. The camera is all white, about 5 inches tall and is attached to a 3 1/2 inch long white base. The camera can rotate and swivel in various directions. The camera and receiver each has its own A/C adapter.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Wiring in the baby monitor camera can overheat and emit smoke, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
Circus World Displays has received two reports of the camera portion of the monitors overheating and smoking. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using and return the baby monitor directly to CWD for a refund or replacement with a different model. When returning, please include the entire product, your complete name, mailing address and phone number in the package and mail to Circus World Displays Ltd, Attention: Adam Crysler, Dealer Returns Specialist, 60 Industrial Parkway Suite Z64, Cheektowaga, NY 14227
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Circus World Displays Limited (CWD)
- Recall number
- 10-318
- Units
- About 800
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- BB Buggy and Health and Safety stores nationwide and on the Internet between February 2010 and May 2010 for about $200.
- Distributor
- Circus World Displays Limited (CWD), of Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada
Levana Wireless Video Baby Monitors
CPSC product type: Baby Monitors
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Circus World Displays toll-free at (866) 946-7828 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, by e-mail at support@svat.com or on the firm's website at www.mylevana.com
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