Ambient Weather radios
Description: This recall involves Ambient Weather radios. The weather radios are red and black and measure about 8 inches wide by 4 inches tall by 2 inches deep. "Ambient Weather," "AM/FM/Weather Band Radio" and "NOAA Weather Radio" are printed in white lettering on the front of the radio. The radios have a black crank handle on the back, an antenna on the top, a single LED flashlight on the left side, a clip on the right side and a cable to charge a smart phone. Model number WR-334-U or WR-334A-U is printed in the owner's manual. The AC power adapter is black and has a rounded back. Model number YHD0500500U is printed on a white sticker on the adapter. [Source]

Ambient Weather Recalls Weather Radios Due to Fire Hazard
Recalled Ambient Weather radio
About 12,500 units were affected by this recall.
Ambient Weather radios Recall Information
Country of Origin | China |
Recall Date | 08/13/2015 |
Recall ID | 6475 |
Recall Number | 15213 |
Product Type | Radios |
Hazard | The weather radio's AC power adapter can overheat, posing a fire hazard. |
Injuries | The firm has received three reports of fire and smoke in the back battery area of the weather radios. No injuries have been reported. |
Remedy | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled weather radios and contact Ambient Weather for a free replacement AC power adapter. |
Remedy Option | Replace |
Contact | Ambient Weather toll-free at 877-413-8800 Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. MT, online at www.ambientweather.com and click on Customer Service, then Recall Information for more information, or at www.ambientweather.com/recall.html. |
Last Updated | 08/13/2015 |
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