Niles Audio · Recalled
Remote Control Systems Recalled by Niles Audio Due to Fire Hazard
If the battery falls from the remote control during handling, it can rupture and smoke or ignite, posing a fire hazard.
- Units
- About 4,160
- Reports
- 4
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- —
- Price
- $1,000–$1,300
- Remedy
- Repair
Reports, injuries, deaths and price are read out of the notice’s wording by rules, so they can miss unusual phrasing. The official notice is the record.
Affected
This recall involves the Niles iRemoteTS and iC2 remote control systems. These are wireless remote control devices that are designed to operate audio, video and home theater systems from a single remote control. The iRemoteTS measures 5.4 by 6.2 by 1.25 inches. The Niles logo is featured in the top-left corner of the unit. The iC2 measures 5.2 by 3 by 7.5 inches. "iC2" and the Niles logo are printed on the front of the unit.
The file
- Sold at
- Authorized dealers and distributors of audio/video equipment between January 2008 and September 2010 for about $1,300 for the iRemoteTS and $1,000 for the iC2.
- Product type
- Remote Control (Not Remotes For Toys)
- Made in
- China
- Recalled by
- Niles Audio Corp., of Miami, Fla.
Incident log
The company has received four reports of batteries falling from the remote control system during handling; one of the batteries ignited and singed a carpet and the other three smoked.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and contact Niles Audio to schedule an in-home repair to receive a replacement battery and a more secure battery cover. Consumers should not attempt to open the battery compartment. Niles Audio is directly contacting consumers who purchased the recalled remote control systems.
For additional information, contact Niles Audio at (800) 667-3991 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.nilesaudio.com/recall
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
Notice first dated FEB 23 2011; last revised JUL 08 2016.
