Etón Portable Radios Recalled, Batteries Pose Fire Hazard
Source: CPSC Recall #06180
Recall Date
2006-06-07
Manufacturer
Etón Corp., of Palo Alto, Calif.
Units Affected
About 1,700
Products Involved
Etón E1XM-Model AM/FM/SW/XM-Ready Radios
Hazard
The battery in this radio can overheat and possibly rupture when using the AC adapter, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled radios immediately, and call Etón Corp. for a refund or replacement product.
Reported Injuries
Etón has received one report of a battery overheating. No injuries have been reported.
Sold At
Electronic stores and catalog, and on-line retailers from November 2004 through February 2006 for about $500.
Manufactured In
India
Full Recall Description
The E1XM-model AM/FM/SW/XM-ready radios that are included in the recall have serial numbers from 3,067 through 5,642. The serial number is listed underneath the flap on the back of the unit. The Etón logo is located on the bottom left-hand corner of the unit. The XM radio logo and "e1" are written in the upper right corner of the radio. The unit is silver, and measures about 13 inches wide by 7.5 inches high by 2.5 inches deep.
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.
For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.
Last verified: 2026-03-28