Tectron International Recalls USB Chargers Due to Fire Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2014-10-30). Hazards: fire, burn. About 55,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 15016 |
| Published | 2014-10-30 |
| Last updated | 2015-01-06 |
| Product category | Battery Chargers |
| Products | 3-in-1 USB phone charger |
| Firm named in the title | Tectron International |
| Firms | Tectron International of Vernon, Calif. (importer); AGI Fundraising (distributor); The Chip Shoppe (distributor); Evergreen Fundraising (distributor); Great American Opportunities (distributor); Paragon Promotions (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 55,000 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Distributors for school fundraisers from July 2014 to August 2014 for about $3.50. |
Description
The 3-in-1 USB charging cable is used to charge iPhone4S/4G/3GS/3G, iPhone5, iPad mini/iPad4 and android phones. The 10-foot white cord has a USB plug on one end. The other end has 3 plugs: 30-pin plug for the iPad First Generation and iPhone 4S and earlier models; Lightning plug for the iPhone5 and later models and the iPad 2 and later models; and mini USB plug. The cable comes in a transparent sealed pouch. Item NO. USB29B is printed on label on the outside of the pouch.
Hazard
The charger can overheat while in use, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the charger and contact Tectron International to request a mailing label to return the merchandise. Mailing labels will be emailed to customers.
Incidents and injuries
Two incidents reported the USB charger melting. No injuries or property damage were reported.
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