"Was Low-profile power conditioners/surge protectors recalled?"

Q: "Was Low-profile power conditioners/surge protectors recalled?"

"Yes. CPSC recall #11158 was issued on 2011-03-08. Improper grounding of the case and inadequate insulation for the circuit breaker poses an electrical shock hazard to consumers."

Sanus Elements Surge Protectors Recalled by Milestone AV Technologies Due to Shock Hazard

Source: CPSC Recall #11158

Recall Date

2011-03-08

Manufacturer

Rite-Tech Industrial Co., Ltd., of Taiwan

Units Affected

About 2,500

Products Involved

Low-profile power conditioners/surge protectors

Hazard

Improper grounding of the case and inadequate insulation for the circuit breaker poses an electrical shock hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the product and contact Milestone for a replacement product or refund.

Reported Injuries

None reported

Sold At

Independent home theater dealers from June 2009 through December 2010 for about $90.

Manufactured In

China

Full Recall Description

This recall involves all Sanus Elements model ELM205 low-profile power conditioners or surge protectors. SANUS ELEMENTS is printed on the front of the unit and the model number is printed near the UL logo on the back.

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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