Akron Brass Wireless Controller – equipment safety (2020)
Disabled sleep mode may limit wireless remote controller functionality.
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
AKRON BRASS COMPANY WIRELESS CONTROLLER
Brand
AKRON BRASS COMPANY
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
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Akron Brass Company is recalling certain AKRON BRASS COMPANY WIRELESS CONTROLLER equipment due to equipment issues. Inability to use the wireless remote controller may hinder the firefighting efforts, increasing the risk of injury..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Akron Brass Company (Akron Brass) is recalling certain battery-powered 3600 wireless remote controller units used to control the movement of electric firefighting monitors in firefighting vehicles. The monitor is used to direct the water stream and adjust the spray pattern. The wireless remote controller's sleep mode is disabled, and results in the batteries discharging faster than normal.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
Inability to use the wireless remote controller may hinder the firefighting efforts, increasing the risk of injury.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Akron Brass will notify owners, and request them to return affected wireless remote controllers to Akron Brass for a software update to enable the sleep mode, free of charge. This recall began June 3, 2020. Owners may contact Akron Brass customer service at 1-800-228-1161.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026