AutoZone Recalls Booster Cables Due to Electrical Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2007-12-13). Hazards: electric shock, explosion. About 140,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 08134 |
| Published | 2007-12-13 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Booster Cables |
| Products | Valucraft Booster Cables |
| Firm named in the title | AutoZone |
| Firms | AutoZone Parts Inc., of Memphis, Tenn. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 140,000 |
| Hazard classes | electric shock, explosion |
| Remedy classes | refund, replace, stop use |
| Sold | AutoZone stores nationwide and on its website from June 2007 through October 2007 for between $12 and $20. |
Description
This recall involves the Valucraft eight gauge and ten gauge booster cables. The cables are orange and have "8GA" or "10GA" printed on them.
Hazard
The booster cables clamps were assembled incorrectly resulting in reverse polarity. This poses an electrical shock and explosion hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the booster cables immediately and return them to any AutoZone store for a full refund or a free replacement.
Incidents and injuries
AutoZone has received reports of four incidents of reverse polarity that resulted in minor property damage.
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