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Southwire Recalls Wi-Fi Switches Due to Fire Hazard

Name of Product:
WiOn Indoor In-wall Wi-Fi Switches
Hazard:

The wi-fi switches can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy:
Refund
Replace
Recall Date:
March 15, 2018
Units:
About 24,000 (In addition, about 6000 were sold in Canada)
Consumer Contact

Southwire toll-free at 888-770-7156 Monday through Friday from 7 a.m to 6 p.m. CT or online at www.wionproducts.com or www.southwire.com and click on “Product Recall” for more information.

Recall Details

Description:

This recall involves the WiOn Indoor In-wall Wi-Fi Switch. The switch allows a consumer to control and monitor the lights and appliances at home or at the office with a smart phone from anywhere using a smart phone app.  The product is designed to be installed into a single-switch outlet and is white in color with the “WiOn” logo in green on the front.

Remedy:

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled switches and contact Southwire to receive $4 to purchase a standard (non Wi-Fi) replacement switch. In addition, consumers will receive a full refund once the recalled Wi-Fi switch is returned to Southwire.  Consumers should hire an electrician to perform the replacement and Southwire will reimburse them for this cost. 

Incidents/Injuries:

None

Sold At:
Home improvement and hardware stores nationwide and on-line at Amazon.com and Walmart.com for about $40 and about $80 for a three pack.
Importer(s):

Southwire Company, LLC, of Carrollton, Ga. 

Distributor(s):
Southwire Company, LLC, of Carrollton, Ga.
Manufactured In:
China
Recall number:
18-124
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