RecallDepth

Nintendo of America Initiates Replacement Program for Wrist Straps Used with Controllers for the Wii Video Game System

This recall was issued December 15, 2006.

Company
Nintendo Of America Inc.
Posted
December 15, 2006
Recall Number
07061
Quantity
About 2 million
Official Source
View on CPSC website ↗

Reason for Recall

If consumers swing the hand-held "Wii Remote" game controllers using excessive force and accidentally let go, the cord connecting the controller to the wrist strap can break, potentially causing the controller to strike bystanders or objects.

Action Taken

Consumers should contact the firm for a replacement wrist strap.

Product Images

Controller Wrist Straps
Controller Wrist Straps

Incidents & Injuries

Nintendo has received reports of cords on wrist straps breaking, including three reports of minor injuries not requiring medical attention. All of these incidents occurred when consumers were playing the game, "Wii Sports."