CPSC, Family Dollar Services Inc. Announce Recall of Extension Cords
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2003-12-23). Hazards: electric shock. About 60,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 04056 |
| Published | 2003-12-23 |
| Last updated | 2025-01-15 |
| Product category | Extension Cords/Power Strips/Surge Protectors |
| Products | Durex Procraft Outdoor Extension Cords |
| Firm named in the title | Family Dollar Services Inc. |
| Firms | Royal United Corp., of North Bergen, N.J. (manufacturer); Family Dollar Services, Inc., of Charlotte, N.C. (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 60,000 |
| UPC / GTIN | 00074972010251 |
| Hazard classes | electric shock |
| Remedy classes | refund |
| Trade facets | electrical |
| Sold | Family Dollar Stores nationwide, from June 2003 through November 2003, for $3. |
Description
These are 25-foot Durex Procraft outdoor extension cords. These green cords are sold in blue and black packaging. An Underwriters Laboratories' label is attached to the cord showing code "E-174825." The item UPC number is 0 74972 01025 1, and is located on the back of the package in the lower right-hand corner.
Hazard
Use of these extension cords could result in an electric shock or electrocution to consumers.
Remedy
Return the recalled cords to any Family Dollar Store for a refund.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
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