CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
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.
Rage Wireless Guitars Used with Popular Video Gaming System Recalled Due to Chemical Burn Risk
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.
Required Consumer Action
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.
Contact Information
For additional information, contact Performance Designed Products at (800) 331-3844 between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.pdp.com
Recall Details
Sold At
Mass merchandisers and specialty retailers nationwide from June 2008 through September 2008 for between $40 and $60.
Injuries
Performance Designed Products has received one report of a burn to a consumer.
Manufacturer
Performance Designed Products LLC, of Sherman Oaks, Calif.
Recall Number
09019
Product Information
Product Name
Rage Wireless Guitars
Product Type
Games
Number of Units
About 57,000
Manufacturer Name
Performance Designed Products LLC, of Sherman Oaks, Calif.
Distributed By
Performance Designed Products LLC, of Sherman Oaks, Calif.
Manufactured In
China