Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported November 22, 2011
Motion Sensing Wall Switches Recalled by HeathCo due to Electrical Shock Hazard
When the switches are in the auto mode and the light is off, a small amount of leakage current passes through the electric circuit, including the socket. If consumers fail to disc…
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HeathCo, LLC of Bowling Green, Ky. recalled This recall involves Heath®/Zenith and WirelessCommand® motion sensing wall switches with… - a moderate-severity action.
Motion Sensing Wall Switches Recalled by HeathCo due to Electrical Shock Hazard was recalled by HeathCo, LLC of Bowling Green, Ky. in November 22, 2011. Reason: When the switches are in the auto mode and the light is off, a small amount of leakage current passes through…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled wall switches and contact the compan…. Verify recall #12046 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
HeathCo, LLC of Bowling Green, Ky. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-When the switches are in the auto mode and the light is off, a small amount of leakage current passes through….
- Moderate
- severity level
- November 22, 2011
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #12046 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #12046) was formally reported on November 22, 2011. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. HeathCo, LLC of Bowling Green, Ky. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 75,000.
The documented reason for this recall is: When the switches are in the auto mode and the light is off, a small amount of leakage current passes through the electric circuit, including the socket. If consumers fail to disconnect the power at the circuit breaker … 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 immediately stop using the recalled wall switches and contact the company for a free wall switch replacement. - 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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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.
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Affected scope
About 75,000
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
This recall involves Heath®/Zenith and WirelessCommand® motion sensing wall switches with model numbers listed below. The product replaces a standard household wall switch and is designed to turn off the attached lighting load when motion is no longer detected in the room. The products come in white or ivory. The brand name and model number can be found on a label located on the side of the switch. BRAND MODEL Heath®-Zenith SL-6106-IV Heath®-Zenith SL-6106-IV-A Heath®-Zenith SL-6106-WH Heath®-Zenith SL-6106-WH-A Wireless Command® WC-6106-IV Wireless Command® WC-6106-WH Heath®-Zenith SL-6108-IV Heath®-Zenith SL-6108-IV-A Heath®-Zenith SL-6108-WH Heath®-Zenith SL-6108-WH-A Wireless Command® WC-6108-IV Wireless Command® WC-6108-WH
Reason for recall
When the switches are in the auto mode and the light is off, a small amount of leakage current passes through the electric circuit, including the socket. If consumers fail to disconnect the power at the circuit breaker and make contact with both terminals inside the socket while replacing the bulbs, there is a risk of an electric shock.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled wall switches and contact the company for a free wall switch replacement.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 12046 |
| Date reported | November 22, 2011 |
| Date initiated | November 22, 2011 |
| Recalling firm | HeathCo, LLC of Bowling Green, Ky. |
| Affected scope | About 75,000 |
| 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 immediately stop using the recalled wall switches and contact the company for a free wall switch replacement.
- Check the recall number (12046) 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? ▼
This recall involves Heath®/Zenith and WirelessCommand® motion sensing wall switches with model numbers listed below. The product replaces a standard household wall switch and is designed to turn off the attached lighting load when motion is no longer detected in the room. The products come in white or ivory. The brand name and model number can be found on a label located on the side of the switch. BRAND MODEL Heath®-Zenith SL-6106-IV Heath®-Zenith SL-6106-IV-A Heath®-Zenith SL-6106-WH Heath®-Zenith SL-6106-WH-A Wireless Command® WC-6106-IV Wireless Command® WC-6106-WH Heath®-Zenith SL-6108-IV Heath®-Zenith SL-6108-IV-A Heath®-Zenith SL-6108-WH Heath®-Zenith SL-6108-WH-A Wireless Command® WC-6108-IV Wireless Command® WC-6108-WH. Recalled by HeathCo, LLC of Bowling Green, Ky.. Units affected: About 75,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
When the switches are in the auto mode and the light is off, a small amount of leakage current passes through the electric circuit, including the socket. If consumers fail to disconnect the power at the circuit breaker and make contact with both terminals inside the socket while replacing the bulbs, there is a risk of an electric shock.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled wall switches and contact the company for a free wall switch replacement.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on November 22, 2011. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 12046.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (12046) 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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