Idea Village Recalls Wireless Light Switches Due to Fire Hazard
⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately
This product has been flagged with severe risks (fire or burn). Stop using it now and contact the brand or CPSC for a refund, repair, or replacement.
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-16.
The Handy Switch is a white plastic wireless remote light switch with model number KS-080 printed on the back of the receiver. On the front of the receiver is a blue electroluminescent nightlight.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-16.
Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the product and contact IdeaVillage to learn about free remedy options.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Mass Merchandisers And Drug Store Chains Nationwide, Through Television Infomercials And The Internet From March 2007 Through July 2009 For Between $10 And $15. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-16.
For additional information, contact Idea Village at (800) 765-2994, or visit the firm's Web site at www.handyswitchrecall.com
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Mass Merchandisers And Drug Store Chains Nationwide, Through Television Infomercials And The Internet From March 2007 Through July 2009 For Between $10 And $15. Recall FAQ
Mass Merchandisers And Drug Store Chains Nationwide, Through Television Infomercials And The Internet From March 2007 Through July 2009 For Between $10 And $15. is the subject of a consumer products recall: Idea Village Recalls Wireless Light Switches Due to Fire Hazard. The notice was published on October 21, 2009 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 1 units are potentially affected.