Defect Description For Recall
Belkin Is Recalling Certain Aftermarket Tunebase Cigarette Lighter Adapters Sold For Use In Motor Vehicles. The Products Being Recalled Are Tunebase Fm With Hands-Free, Model No. F8Z441 / F8Z441Ea, Tunebase Direct With Hands-Free, Model No. F8Z442 / F8Z442Ea, And Tunebase Fm With Clear Scan, Model No. F8Z176 / F8Z176Eablk. The Plastic Washer Can Cause An Electrical Short Circuit When Plugged Into A Vehicle’S Cigarette Lighter Adapter.
Make Of Vehicle
BELKIN
Model Of Vehicle
F8Z176
Year
9999
Recall Campaign Number
09E059000
Component Description
Equipment
Effect Of Defect
If The Adapter Is Plugged In For A Long Period Of Time, A Short Circuit Could Occur, Possibly Resulting In A Fire.
Fix Defect
Belkin Will Notify Owners Of Record And Replace The Adapters Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On November 1, 2009. Owners May Contact Belkin Traffic At 1-317-837-7308.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Belkin International, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
E
Number Affected
241000
Date Owners Notified
20091201
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Belkin International, Inc.
Date Report Received
20091113