CPSC recall · Reported October 30, 2000
CPSC, The Sharper Image Recall Motorized CD Racks
Batteries in the unit can leak or explode, when used with an AC adapter. Consumers can suffer burns from the leaking battery or can be struck by pieces of an exploding battery.
The Sharper Image Corp., of San Francisco, Calif. recalled The CD rack is black with a round dial and stands about 3 feet high on a 14-inch base. Th….
CPSC, The Sharper Image Recall Motorized CD Racks was recalled by The Sharper Image Corp., of San Francisco, Calif. in October 30, 2000. Reason: Batteries in the unit can leak or explode, when used with an AC adapter. Consumers can suffer burns from the …. Remedy: Consumers immediately should remove the batteries from the CD racks and contact The Sharp…. Verify recall #01502 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
The Sharper Image Corp., of San Francisco, Calif. issued this CPSC recall-Batteries in the unit can leak or explode, when used with an AC adapter. Consumers can suffer burns from the ….
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- October 30, 2000
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #01502 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Product description
The CD rack is black with a round dial and stands about 3 feet high on a 14-inch base. The rack holds 100 CDs and rotates automatically, clockwise or counter-clockwise, when you turn the dial. Only units with codes REV A or REV B under the base are included in this recall.
Reason for recall
Batteries in the unit can leak or explode, when used with an AC adapter. Consumers can suffer burns from the leaking battery or can be struck by pieces of an exploding battery.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers immediately should remove the batteries from the CD racks and contact The Sharper Image for information on receiving a replacement unit or a refund. Consumers that return the units or arrange for it to be shipped to a Sharper Image will be given a $50 merchandise certificate for their next purchase. The Sharper Image Corp. sent notices to known purchasers.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 01502 |
| Date reported | October 30, 2000 |
| Date initiated | October 30, 2000 |
| Recalling firm | The Sharper Image Corp., of San Francisco, Calif. |
| Affected scope | About 1,000 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers immediately should remove the batteries from the CD racks and contact The Sharper Image for information on receiving a …
- Check the recall number (01502) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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