CPSC recall 15213
Ambient Weather radios
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2015-08-13
On 2015-08-13 the CPSC announced a recall of Ambient Weather radios by Ambient Weather, citing the weather radio's AC power adapter can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 15213 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2015-08-13 |
| Published | 2015-08-13 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Ambient Weather |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Ambient Weather radios | This recall involves Ambient Weather radios. The weather radios are red and black and measure about 8 inches wide by 4 inches tall by 2 inches deep. "Ambient Weather," "AM/FM/Weather Band Radio" and "NOAA Weather Radio" are printed in white lettering on the front of the radio. The radios have a black crank handle on the back, an antenna on the top, a single LED flashlight on the left side, a clip on the right side and a cable to charge a smart phone. Model number WR-334-U or WR-334A-U is printed in the owner's manual. The AC power adapter is black and has a rounded back. Model number YHD0500500U is printed on a white sticker on the adapter.
Reason
The weather radio's AC power adapter can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
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/2015/Ambient-Weather-Recalls-Weather-Radios
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