Power Strips and Extension Cords Recalled by Howard Berger
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2000-11-21). Hazards: fire, burn, electric shock. About 17,500 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 01036b |
| Published | 2000-11-21 |
| Last updated | 2025-12-15 |
| Product category | Extension Cords/Power Strips/Surge Protectors |
| Products | Power Strips and Extension Cords |
| Firm named in the title | Howard Berger |
| Firms | The Howard Berger Co. Inc., of Brooklyn, N.Y. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 17,500 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn, electric shock |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Trade facets | electrical |
| Sold | Discount stores in the eastern United States and Puerto Rico sold these products, from September 1998 to September 2000. |
Description
The power strips have a 2-prong plug with a plastic base containing 6 outlets and are not labeled. The extension cords are about 6 feet long with a 2-prong plug and are not labeled. The extension cords sold for less than $1 and the power strips sold for about $2. Both were made in China.
Hazard
The power strips have undersized wires, lack over-current protection and grounding, and the plastic case is flammable. The extension cords have undersized wires and lack over-current protection. Both the power strips and the extension cords can overheat, presenting electrocution, shock and fire hazards.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these products immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
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