Microphone (Nielsen-Kellerman) – Electric Shock Risk (2012)
Hazard assessment based on recall description.
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According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Microphone
Brand
Nielsen-Kellerman Co., of Boothwyn, Penn.
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
Nielsen-Kellerman Co., of Boothwyn, Penn. is recalling Microphone. The hazard is: The metal boom of the microphone can conduct electricity from an exposed speaker wire or connector a. 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
This recall includes NK R2 microphones manufactured before September 1, 2012. The recalled product is a microphone designed to be used by the navigator (coxswain) of rowed racing boats to direct the rowers. It is made of a rubber U-shaped base attached to a blue headband. A black metal microphone boom is attached to one end of the U and a cable with a flat, rubber-covered connector is attached to the other end. The microphones are used with the Cox Box and Cox Box Mini voice amplifiers. The NK logo appears on the headband. Recalled microphones have metal booms that are not covered by rubber and do not have a yellow warning tag on the cable.
Reported concern (CPSC)
The metal boom of the microphone can conduct electricity from an exposed speaker wire or connector and shock or burn the user.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should immediately stop using the R2 Microphones and return them to NK for a free replacement.
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