Ring Video Doorbells (2nd Generation)

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    (About 350,000 (In addition, about 8,700 were sold in Canada))
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
  5. Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.

⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.

Recall Details

Company:
Unknown Manufacturer
Reason for Recall:
The video doorbell's battery can overheat when the incorrect screws are used for installation, posing fire and burn hazards.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
ongoing
Hazard:
The video doorbell's battery can overheat when the incorrect screws are used for installation, posing fire and burn hazards.
Remedy:
Consumers should immediately stop installing the recalled video doorbells and contact Ring for revised installation instructions or download them here. Consumers can check if their video doorbell is part of this recall through Ring's website or app.

Product Images

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Product Information

Full Description:

This recall involves Ring Video Doorbell (2nd Generation), model number 5UM5E5 smart doorbell cameras. The video doorbells have a blue ring at the front and come in two colors: "satin nickel" (black and silver) and "venetian bronze" (black and bronze). They were sold with a mounting bracket and a USB charging cable. The two-way audio doorbell can be hardwired or battery-powered and supports night vision. The Ring logo is printed on the bottom front of the doorbell and the model and S/N are on a label on the back of the doorbell and the outer packaging. Consumers can determine if their doorbell is included in this recall by entering the doorbell's serial number at http://support.ring.com/ring-2nd-gen-recall. Only Ring Video Doorbell (2nd Generation) models with certain serial numbers are included.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

(About 350,000 (In addition, about 8,700 were sold in Canada))

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official CPSC source:

View on CPSC.gov

CPSC Recall Number: 21028

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