Southwire Company, LLC recalls WiOn In-Wall Wi-Fi Switch

Affected products

WiOn In-Wall Wi-Fi Switch

Product description

This recall involves the WiOn Indoor In-Wall Wi-Fi Switch. The product allows consumers to control and monitor the lights and appliances in their homes or offices with a smart phone application. The recalled product is an off-white rectangular device that replaces a standard light switch. The display panel has a button for ON/OFF and two indicators for power and wi-fi connectivity. The “WiOn” logo is printed in green on the front of the switch. The recalled switch has model number 50052 which can be found on the bottom right hand corner of the packaging for the product.

Hazard identified

The wi-fi switches can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

As of March 9, 2018, the company has received no reports of incidents or injuries in Canada or in the United States.