InSinkErator® Recalls SinkTop™ Switch Accessory for Garbage Disposals Due to Fire Hazard
USInSinkErator® Recalls SinkTop™ Switch Accessory for Garbage Disposals Due to Fire Hazard
Recalling Firm: Tecmark of Mentor, Ohio
Grund für den Rückruf / Gefahr
TranslatedWater can get into the power module, posing a fire hazard.
Produktbeschreibung & Identifikation
TranslatedThis recall involves InSinkErator Single Outlet SinkTop Switches. The air activated switch mounts to the sink or countertop and is an alternative to the traditional wall switch for a garbage disposal. The model numbers are 76703, STS-SOSN, 78251 and 74300, and can be found on the back of the power module. InSinkErator is written on the front of the power module. The switches were sold with a chrome, white, or satin nickel button/bezel as an accessory for garbage disposals. Garbage disposals activated by a wall switch are not affected by this recall.
Betroffene Produkte
TranslatedInSinkErator Single Outlet SinkTop Switches
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2018/InSinkErator-Recalls-SinkTop-Switch-Accessory-for-Garbage-Disposals-Due-to-Fire-Hazard |
| Title | InSinkErator® Recalls SinkTop™ Switch Accessory for Garbage Disposals Due to Fire Hazard |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/STS_finger-Activation_0.jpg |
| Images › 1 › Caption | On Sink/Countertop |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/STS-76703-GROUP.jpg |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Model 76703 |
| Images › 3 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/STS-SOSN-GROUP_.jpg |
| Images › 3 › Caption | Model STS-SOSN |
| Images › 4 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/STS-74300-GROUP.jpg |
| Images › 4 › Caption | Model 74300 |
| Images › 5 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/STS-78251-GROUP.jpg |
| Images › 5 › Caption | Model 78251 sold with Essential XTR Disposer Packaged with SinkTop Switch |
| Images › 6 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Disposer_In_Use_STS.jpg |
| Images › 6 › Caption | On Sink/Countertop |
| Images › 7 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Single-undersink.jpg |
| Images › 7 › Caption | Under Sink |
| Hazards › Name | Water can get into the power module, posing a fire hazard. |
| Injuries › Name | InSinkErator has received 40 reports of water causing overheating damage to the power module and outlet beneath the sink. No injuries have been reported. |
| Products › Name | InSinkErator Single Outlet SinkTop Switches |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 1,400,000 (In addition, about 28 were sold in Canada) |
| Recall I D | 8272 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled switches and contact InSinkErator for a free SinkTop switch replacement. |
| Retailers › Name | The switches were sold between 2005 and October 2017 at home improvement stores, online websites and through plumbing contractors and outlets for between about $50 and $90. |
| Recall Date | 2018-03-06T00:00:00 |
| Description | This recall involves InSinkErator Single Outlet SinkTop Switches. The air activated switch mounts to the sink or countertop and is an alternative to the traditional wall switch for a garbage disposal. The model numbers are 76703, STS-SOSN, 78251 and 74300, and can be found on the back of the power module. InSinkErator is written on the front of the power module. The switches were sold with a chrome, white, or satin nickel button/bezel as an accessory for garbage disposals. Garbage disposals activated by a wall switch are not affected by this recall. |
| Distributors › Name | InSinkErator of Racine, Wis. |
| Recall Number | 18116 |
| Manufacturers › Name | Tecmark of Mentor, Ohio |
| Remedy Options › Option | Replace |
| Inconjunctions › U R L | http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2018/66068r-eng.php |
| Consumer Contact | InSinkErator toll-free at 855-215-5695 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.insinkerator.com and click on “Safety Notice”, or www.insinkerator.safetynotice.expertinquiry.com for more information. |
| Last Publish Date | 2018-03-06T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | United States |
Consumer Action Protocol: What You Should Do Immediately
Safety StepsCheck the model number, serial number, and date stamp on the rating label on the back or underside of the product.
Immediately discontinue using the product. Unplug electrical items and keep juvenile items out of reach of children.
Under statutory consumer protection rules, consumers are entitled to a full refund, certified replacement, or free repair kit without needing the original sales receipt.
If you suffered an injury, illness, or property damage from this product, file an official incident report with regulatory authorities (CPSC).
Your Legal Rights as a Consumer
Recalls are legally binding corrective safety actions overseen by statutory government bodies. Recalling entities are legally prohibited from charging consumers for official safety remedies. If a retailer or dealership refuses your recall remedy, notify the issuing regulatory agency immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions About This Recall
FAQ GuideQ1:What should I do immediately if I own or bought InSinkErator® Recalls SinkTop™ Switch Accessory for Garbage Disposals Due to Fire Hazard?
Immediately stop using the product and keep it out of reach of children. Disconnect power if electrical, and do not attempt makeshift home repairs.
Q2:Can I get a full refund or free repair for this recall?
Yes. Recalling manufacturers and retail merchants are required under consumer protection regulations to offer a statutory remedy—typically a full refund, certified repair kit, or replacement unit.
Q3:Do I need my original sales receipt to claim a remedy or refund?
In most recall cases, no receipt is required. Because safety recalls are matters of public health and statutory compliance, retailers and manufacturers routinely issue refunds, store credit, or replacement kits upon presentation of the affected product or lot code.
Q4:Where can I verify official information for this safety alert?
This safety alert is aggregated directly from official regulatory agency records (CPSC). You can click the 'Official Agency Alert' link on this page to view the primary government notice and contact the manufacturer directly.
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