Etón E1XM Radio (Etón Corp) – Battery Fire Risk (2006)
Hazard assessment based on recall description.
This AI-generated summary is provided for general informational purposes only and is derived from publicly available recall notices. It supplements but does not replace official agency classifications or safety instructions.
Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Etón E1XM-Model AM/FM/SW/XM-Ready Radios
Brand
Etón Corp., of Palo Alto, Calif.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Etón Corp., of Palo Alto, Calif. is recalling Etón E1XM-Model AM/FM/SW/XM-Ready Radios. The hazard is: The battery in this radio can overheat and possibly rupture when using the AC adapter, posing a fire. Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
The following details were not provided by CPSC: UPC codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
The E1XM-model AM/FM/SW/XM-ready radios that are included in the recall have serial numbers from 3,067 through 5,642. The serial number is listed underneath the flap on the back of the unit. The Etón logo is located on the bottom left-hand corner of the unit. The XM radio logo and "e1" are written in the upper right corner of the radio. The unit is silver, and measures about 13 inches wide by 7.5 inches high by 2.5 inches deep.
Reported concern (CPSC)
The battery in this radio can overheat and possibly rupture when using the AC adapter, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should stop using the recalled radios immediately, and call Etón Corp. for a refund or replacement product.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026