CPSC recall · Reported December 5, 2017
Netgear Recalls Power Adapters for Outdoor Cameras Due to Fire Hazard
Water can leak into the weatherproof connector on the power adapter and cause a short circuit, melting, and overheating, posing a fire hazard.
Netgear Inc., of San Jose, Calif. recalled This recall involves all model VMA4700 NETGEAR Arlo outdoor power adapters that were sold….
Netgear Recalls Power Adapters for Outdoor Cameras Due to Fire Hazard was recalled by Netgear Inc., of San Jose, Calif. in December 5, 2017. Reason: Water can leak into the weatherproof connector on the power adapter and cause a short circuit, melting, and o…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled power adapters, unplug them from the…. Verify recall #18047 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Netgear Inc., of San Jose, Calif. issued this CPSC recall-Water can leak into the weatherproof connector on the power adapter and cause a short circuit, melting, and o….
- None
- agency class
- December 5, 2017
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #18047 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
This recall involves all model VMA4700 NETGEAR Arlo outdoor power adapters that were sold separately as aftermarket accessories for the Arlo, Arlo Pro and Arlo Go wire-free outdoor cameras.. This recall only involves the VMA4700 aftermarket model sold separately. The model number "VMA4700" can be found on the packaging. The part number, 332-10985-01, is marked on the back of the adapter. The black adapter comes with a weatherproof connector on one end and an adapter on the other end. "Arlo" is printed on the front of the adapter. The cord measures about eight feet long.
Reason for recall
Water can leak into the weatherproof connector on the power adapter and cause a short circuit, melting, and overheating, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled power adapters, unplug them from the camera and contact Netgear for a full refund.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 18047 |
| Date reported | December 5, 2017 |
| Date initiated | December 5, 2017 |
| Recalling firm | Netgear Inc., of San Jose, Calif. |
| Affected scope | About 7,300 (In addition, about 400 were sold in Canada) |
| 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 power adapters, unplug them from the camera and contact Netgear for a full r…
- Check the recall number (18047) 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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