NHTSA recall 17E047000 · Equipment
Equipment
Reported Aug 23, 20171,340 vehicles affectedSharper ImageBuilt Nov 2, 2016 – Aug 9, 2017
The defect
Sharper Image is recalling certain Emergency Car Jump Starters, part number 204966, with three different outputs (12V, 16V, and 19V). These car jump starters may catch fire when they are plugged in.
The risk
If the jump starter catches fire, it can increase the risk of injury.
The remedy
Sharper Image has notified the known purchasers offering a full refund, free of charge. The recall began on August 21, 2017. Owners may contact Sharper Image customer service at 1-248-741-5100.