Nintendo have released a statement regarding the Wii-mote wriststrap, stating they are not recalling them.
Here is a copy of the statement:
Wii Wrist Strap Statement
Nintendo is not recalling any of the Wii wrist straps for its motion sensitive Wii Remote. There is no problem with the existing wrist strap as long as the Wii Remote is used sensibly and properly in accordance with the guidelines provided by Nintendo. All parts of the wrist strap have passed product testing and quality control.
The following tips are advised for safe play:
* Always wear the wrist strap while playing.
* Keep a firm grip on the Wii Remote at all times. * Make sure people and objects are out of the range of movement before play begins.
* Players should keep at least three feet/ one meter from their televisions and dry their hands if they become sweaty or wet for any other reason.
* Remember that the Wii Remote is responsive enough to detect minor movements – so excessive and forceful actions are not necessary. Therefore we recommend not to use excessively rapid, violent or wide swinging motions while using the Wii Remote during game play.
Consumers who break their wrist straps through excess usage or who are worried about their wrist strap should contact their nearest Nintendo Service Center voluntary exchange programme has been provided where consumers can replace wrist straps free of charge upon request.
Email: wiiwriststrap@codestorm.co.uk
Address:
Wii Wrist Strap, Nintendo Service Centre, CoDEStorm House Walton Road Farlington PO6 1TR
Telephone: 0870 60 60 247 (Calls are charged at the National Rate to the caller)

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posted on 21/12/06 at 0:14
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Ian Clements
posted on 9/5/08 at 17:48
I too am finding that my both my Wii-remotes often causes very jerky and unpredictable movement of the screen arrow.
Even when moving normally, the movement of the arrow is very large for a relatively small movement of the wand.
Does Wii offer a replacement?
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