CPSC recall · Reported June 12, 2018
Lorex Recalls Three Models of Video Monitors Due to Burn Hazard
The video monitor's batteries can overheat, swell and expand and cause the battery cover to open or come off and expose hot batteries, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Rdi Technology (Shenzhen) Co. Ltd, of China recalled This recall involves Lorex brand video monitors models LW2751, LW2752 and LW2962H used wi….
Lorex Recalls Three Models of Video Monitors Due to Burn Hazard was recalled by Rdi Technology (Shenzhen) Co. Ltd, of China in June 12, 2018. Reason: The video monitor's batteries can overheat, swell and expand and cause the battery cover to open or come off …. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled monitors and contact Lorex for instr…. Verify recall #18177 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Rdi Technology (Shenzhen) Co. Ltd, of China issued this CPSC recall-The video monitor's batteries can overheat, swell and expand and cause the battery cover to open or come off ….
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- agency class
- June 12, 2018
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #18177 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.
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Product description
This recall involves Lorex brand video monitors models LW2751, LW2752 and LW2962H used with surveillance video systems. The video monitors are black and were sold in two sizes; 7 inch wide by 5 inches tall and 9 inches wide by 6 inches tall. The video monitors contain a blue lithium polymer battery. "LOREX" is printed on the top left of the monitor screen. The model and serial numbers are printed on the top or on the back panel of the monitors. Only monitors with the following model and serial numbers are included in the recall. Model Numbers Monitor Size Serial Number Ranges LW2751 7 inch WA01140315501-WA01140319000 WA02140417501-WA02140419000 WA0314050251-WA0314051250 WA0314060001-WA0314061500 WA03140627347-WA03140629346 WA03141222601-WA03141223169 WA04141223170-WA04141223350 LW2752 7 inch WA01140422265-WA01140423264 WA0214065501-WA0214066500 WA02140629347-WA02140630346 WA03141121501-WA03141122000 LW2962H 9 inch WA01140329001-WA01140332400 WA02140419001-WA021404220500 WA02140422001-WA02140422100 WA0314051251-W0314053250 WA0314061501-WA0314061618 WA0414061619-WA0414063000 WA04140623347-WA04140625346 WA0514112501-WA0514114000 WA05141122501-WA05141125000
Reason for recall
The video monitor's batteries can overheat, swell and expand and cause the battery cover to open or come off and expose hot batteries, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled monitors and contact Lorex for instructions on receiving a full refund.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 18177 |
| Date reported | June 12, 2018 |
| Date initiated | June 12, 2018 |
| Recalling firm | Rdi Technology (Shenzhen) Co. Ltd, of China |
| Affected scope | About 22,000 (In addition, 4,300 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 monitors and contact Lorex for instructions on receiving a full refund.
- Check the recall number (18177) 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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