CPSC, Franzus Company LLC Announce Recall of International Adapter Plugs
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2003-07-02). Hazards: electric shock. About 29,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 03154 |
| Published | 2003-07-02 |
| Last updated | 2025-06-11 |
| Product category | Adapter/Power Supply/Charger/Battery |
| Products | International Adapter Plugs |
| Firm named in the title | Franzus Company LLC |
| Firms | Franzus Company LLC, of Beacon Falls, Conn. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 29,000 |
| Hazard classes | electric shock |
| Remedy classes | replace |
| Sold | Catalog and retail stores nationwide sold the adapter plugs in sets of five, from April 2002 through June 2003, for between $10 and $40. |
Description
The black or white plastic adapter plugs have names of specific countries or regions where the plugs are intended for use written on the side. The writing includes "NORTHERN EUROPE," "GREAT BRITAIN," "NO. AMERICA," "AUSTRALIA," and "SO. EUROPE." Except for the names of these countries and regions, the recalled plugs have no other writing on them. Plugs with "MADE IN USA" printed between the prongs, or that have a screw between the prongs, are not included in the recall.
Hazard
The adapter plug can separate, exposing live electrical conductors, posing an electrocution and shock hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Free replacement adapter plugs.
Incidents and injuries
The Franzus Co. has received two reports of the plugs separating. No injuries have been reported.
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