Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported October 22, 2008
Rage Wireless Guitars Used with Popular Video Gaming System Recalled Due to Chemical Burn Risk
A circuit board defect can cause AA batteries used in the guitar to leak if the batteries are installed incorrectly, posing a risk of chemical burns to consumers.
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Performance Designed Products LLC, of Sherman Oaks, Calif. recalled The Rage Wireless Guitar controller is designed to be used on the Nintendo Wii system. Th… - a moderate-severity action.
Rage Wireless Guitars Used with Popular Video Gaming System Recalled Due to Chemical Burn… was recalled by Performance Designed Products LLC, of Sherman Oaks, Calif. in October 22, 2008. Reason: A circuit board defect can cause AA batteries used in the guitar to leak if the batteries are installed incor…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the wireless guitar game controllers immediately and return t…. Verify recall #09019 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Performance Designed Products LLC, of Sherman Oaks, Calif. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-A circuit board defect can cause AA batteries used in the guitar to leak if the batteries are installed incor….
- Moderate
- severity level
- October 22, 2008
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #09019 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #09019) was formally reported on October 22, 2008. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Performance Designed Products LLC, of Sherman Oaks, Calif. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 57,000.
The documented reason for this recall is: A circuit board defect can cause AA batteries used in the guitar to leak if the batteries are installed incorrectly, posing a risk of chemical burns to consumers. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should stop using the wireless guitar game controllers immediately and return them to the place where purchased for a full refund. Do not contact or return the product to Nintendo. - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction 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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Where this recall sits in its category - 609 electronics recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.
Affected scope
About 57,000
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
The Rage Wireless Guitar controller is designed to be used on the Nintendo Wii system. The guitar is blue or white and is 31 inches long. The guitar contains battery-operated LED-lighted fret buttons that go up the neck of the guitar.
Reason for recall
A circuit board defect can cause AA batteries used in the guitar to leak if the batteries are installed incorrectly, posing a risk of chemical burns to consumers.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop using the wireless guitar game controllers immediately and return them to the place where purchased for a full refund. Do not contact or return the product to Nintendo.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 09019 |
| Date reported | October 22, 2008 |
| Date initiated | October 22, 2008 |
| Recalling firm | Performance Designed Products LLC, of Sherman Oaks, Calif. |
| Affected scope | About 57,000 |
| 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 should stop using the wireless guitar game controllers immediately and return them to the place where purchased for a f…
- Check the recall number (09019) 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
The Rage Wireless Guitar controller is designed to be used on the Nintendo Wii system. The guitar is blue or white and is 31 inches long. The guitar contains battery-operated LED-lighted fret buttons that go up the neck of the guitar.. Recalled by Performance Designed Products LLC, of Sherman Oaks, Calif.. Units affected: About 57,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
A circuit board defect can cause AA batteries used in the guitar to leak if the batteries are installed incorrectly, posing a risk of chemical burns to consumers.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should stop using the wireless guitar game controllers immediately and return them to the place where purchased for a full refund. Do not contact or return the product to Nintendo.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on October 22, 2008. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 09019.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (09019) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.
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