CPSC, United General Supply Co. Announce Recall of Extension Cords
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2003-05-22). Hazards: fire, burn, electric shock. About 8,200 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 03129 |
| Published | 2003-05-22 |
| Last updated | 2025-06-04 |
| Product category | Extension Cords/Power Strips/Surge Protectors |
| Products | Extension Cords |
| Firm named in the title | United General Supply Co. |
| Firms | United General Supply Co., of Houston, TX (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 8,200 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn, electric shock |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Trade facets | electrical |
| Sold | United General Supply sold the extension cords nationwide, from October 1999 through March 2001, for between $1 and $16. |
Description
The recalled extension cords were sold in yellow and brown and are approximately 9, 25, 50, 100 feet long. The 9-foot extension cord was packaged in a green sleeve card with the words "Household Extension Cord" printed across the front. All remaining sizes were packaged in black sleeve cards with the words "Air Conditioner Extension Cord" printed across the front.
Hazard
The extension cords have undersized conductors and no over-current protection, which causes overheating, presenting a shock and fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should unplug and stop using the extension cords immediately. Consumers should mail the cords to United General Supply Co., Lee-Tools Extension Cords, 9320 Harwin Drive, Houston, Texas 77036 for a refund, including the cost of postage.
Incidents and injuries
United General has not received any reports of incidents involving these extension cords. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
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