CPSC Recall in 2004: CPSC, Belkin Corp. Announce Recall of Rackmount Uninterruptible Power Supplies

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 04-573

Date: August 16, 2004

Product Name: Rackmount Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS)

Recall Description:

In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Belkin Corp., of Compton, Calif. is voluntarily recalling about 1,200 Rackmount uninterruptible power supplies. The UPS outputs were wired incorrectly creating a reverse polarity configuration and a potential electrical shock hazard to consumers.Name of product: Rackmount Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS)Units: About 1,200 unitsManufacturer/Importer: Belkin Corp., of Compton, Calif.Hazard: The UPS outputs were wired incorrectly, creating a reverse polarity configuration and a potential electrical shock hazard to consumers.INCIDENTS/INJURIES: None reported.Description: The recalled Belkin OmniGuard Rackmount UPS units are used to provide voltage regulation, surge suppression, and back-up power for electronic equipment. The Belkin OmniGuard Rackmount UPS units are black with a silver/grey panel on the front. Recalled units are the OmniGuard 1100 (Model no. F6C110-RKM-2U), OmniGuard 1500 (Model no. F6C150- RKM-2U), OmniGuard 2300 (Model no. F6C230-RKM-2U), and OmniGuard 3200 (Model no. F6C320-RKM-3U). The model number and model type can be found on a label on the rear of the unit.Sold at: Electronics distributors and retailers from September 2003 through June 2004 for between $560 and $1,360.Manufactured In: ChinaRemedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the unit and contact Belkin Corp., for a free replacement unit.Consumer Contact: Call Belkin Customer Service Center toll-free at (800) 223-5546 ext. 2064 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday to arrange for a free replacement. Consumers can also log on to the company's website at www.belkin.com for additional shipping information.

Hazard Description:

The UPS outputs were wired incorrectly, creating a reverse polarity configuration and a potential electrical shock hazard to consumers.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Replace

Units: About 1,200

Incidents:

None reported.

Sold At:

Electronics distributors and retailers from September 2003 through June 2004 for between $560 and $1,360.

Manufactured In:

China