CPSC recall 16183
Non-contact voltage detectors
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2016-06-01
On 2016-06-01 the CPSC announced a recall of Non-contact voltage detectors by Southwire, citing 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.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 16183 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2016-06-01 |
| Published | 2016-06-01 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Southwire |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Non-contact voltage detectors | 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
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.
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/2016/Southwire-Recalls-Voltage-Detectors
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