Vivint Recalls Remotec Dimming Switch Modules Due to Shock Hazard (Recall Alert)
CPSC recall 15733. Recall date: .
Hazard, in the words of CPSC
The module wiring is incorrectly installed, posing a shock hazard to consumers.
Remedy, in the words of CPSC
This recall remedy is no longer available. Destroy this product
CPSC recall 15733 has the recall date 21 May 2015. The notice names the firm Vivint. The recall has about 213,000 units. The median CPSC recall of 2015 has 6,500 units. This register puts the recall under the hazard Electric shock. CPSC gives the product type Switches.
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More of the notice
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| Incidents and injuries | None |
|---|---|
| Units | 213,000 |
| Remedy options | Replace |
| Description | This recall involves Vivint's Remotec plug-in dimming and on/off switch module, model ZDS-100US. It was sold separately or in home automation alarm systems that remotely control lighting and home appliances and act as a repeater that amplifies wireless signals. The off-white module plugs into the wall and measures about 5 inches long at the top and 4 inches long at the bottom, 2.45 inches high at the center and 1.39 inches wide at bottom. It has electric outlets on both sides and signal strength indicators at the top. Recalled modules have the first four digits of the serial numbers ranging from 1115 through 1440. Remotec, model and serial numbers are printed in black on the rear of the dimming switch module. |
| Product | Dimming switch modules, About 213,000, Switches |
| Sold at | Authorized dealers nationwide and at www.vivint.com from April 2011 through October 2014 for about $50. |
| Importer | Vivint, Inc |
| Made in | China |
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The recall in context
- Units in this recall
- 213,000Median of 2015: 6,500
- CPSC recalls of 2015
- 305
- Recalls of 2015 with one of the same hazards
- 6%
- Recalls of 2015 in the category Switches
- 0%
- Recalls on the register that name Vivint
- 1
Official channels
- CPSC recall notice 15733The notice on the CPSC site, with the pictures and the contact of the firm.
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Recall Register. CPSC recall 15733. https://recallregister.com/product/6402-vivint-recalls-remotec-dimming-switch-modules-due-to-shock-hazard-reca/. Source: CPSC Recall Retrieval Web Services. Data through .
Sources
- Source
- US Consumer Product Safety Commission
- Licence
- US government work, public domain
- Data retrieved
- 30 Sep 2026
- Newest CPSC recall on the register
- 24 Sep 2026
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Questions
- Does CPSC recall 15733 report injuries?
- The CPSC notice says:
None
- Where was the product sold?
- The CPSC notice says:
Authorized dealers nationwide and at www.vivint.com from April 2011 through October 2014 for about $50.
- Which remedy options does CPSC list for recall 15733?
- CPSC lists 1 remedy option:
Replace
- How many units are in CPSC recall 15733?
- The CPSC notice gives this number:
About 213,000