CPSC recall 09180
Illuminated Round Rocker Switches
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2014-05-23
On 2014-05-23 the CPSC announced a recall of Illuminated Round Rocker Switches by Radioshack, citing the wiring diagram on the switch's package is incorrect. The Neutral and Line notation is reversed, posing a shock hazard to consumers.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 09180 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2009-04-02 |
| Published | 2014-05-23 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Radioshack |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Illuminated Round Rocker Switches | This recall involves the RadioShack Illuminated Round Rocker Switch, catalog number 275-0021 and a date code of 01P09, or January 2009, and earlier. The switches are used as replacement on/off switches for electronics or for use in hobby projects. The wiring diagram, the catalog number, and manufacturing dates are located on the back of the product's packaging. In the date code MMPYY, MM is the month and YY is the year.
Reason
The wiring diagram on the switch's package is incorrect. The Neutral and Line notation is reversed, posing a shock hazard to consumers.
Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.
Source
Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2009/Faulty-Installation-Instructions-Prompt-RadioShack-Corp-Recall-of-Electrical-Switches-Shock-Hazard-to-Consumers
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