NZXT recalled over 32,000 H1 computer cases for gaming PCs after 11 reports of circuit boards overheating or catching on fire.
What You Can Do & How We Can Help
The Schmidt Firm, PLLC is currently accepting H1 computer case induced injury cases in all 50 states. If you or somebody you know has been injured or had property damage from a fire, you should contact our lawyers immediately for a free case consultation. Please use the form below to contact our Product Liability Litigation Group or call toll free 24 hours a day at (866) 920-0753.
H1 Recall for Fire Hazard
February 12, 2021 — NZXT Inc. has recalled approximately 32,000 H1 computer cases for gaming PCs in the U.S. due to a fire hazard. The problem is that metal screws can short-circuit the circuit board and cause it to overheat or catch on fire.
How Many Fires Were Reported?
NZXT announced the H1 recall after 11 reports of circuit boards overheating or catching on fire worldwide, including 6 reports in the U.S. There were no reports of any injuries.
What is the Problem?
Metal screws that attach the custom PCIe Riser assembly to the chassis can cause a short-circuit in the Printed Circuit Board (PCB), which poses a fire hazard, and a risk of injuries or property damage.
The defect is caused by an incorrect clearance on the 12V power plane in the PCIe Riser Assembly PCB. There is a fire hazard if the metal mounting screws touch the 12V power plane in the PCB.
Was My Gaming PC Case Recalled?
The recall involves NZXT H1 computer cases with model numbers CA-H16WR-W1 (matte white) and CA-H16WR-B1 (matte black) and serial numbers 1200233400001 to 1203962204202, 00648999610844189725 to 00648999610844206361, and 0120AC00100001 to 01211C01900285.
They were sold online at www.NZXT.com and in electronic stores nationwide from February 2020 to February 2021 for about $350.
What About Nylon Screws?
Back in November 2020, NZXT tried to fix the problem by sending out nylon screw kits to replace the metal screws. Unfortunately, this did not fix the root problem, according to a message from their CEO: “The nylon screws were not the complete solution for the H1 fire hazard. … Someone could replace the nylon screws with metal ones unknowingly.”
Do I have an NZXT H1 Fire Lawsuit?
The Schmidt Firm, PLLC is currently accepting NZXT H1 computer case induced injury cases in all 50 states. If you or somebody you know has been injured or had property damage from a fire, you should contact our lawyers immediately for a free case consultation. Please use the form below to contact our Product Liability Litigation Group or call toll free 24 hours a day at (866) 920-0753.
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