United Pet Group Recalls Top Fin Power Filters for Aquariums Due to Shock Hazard; Sold Exclusively at PetSmart
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2016-03-01). Hazards: electric shock. About 155,000 units in the US and 3,300 in Canada.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 16111 |
| Published | 2016-03-01 |
| Last updated | 2016-03-01 |
| Product category | Aquariums or Accessories |
| Products | Top Fin™ Power Filters for Aquariums |
| Firm named in the title | United Pet Group |
| Firms | United Pet Group, of Earth City, Mo. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | United States |
| Units (US) | 155,000 |
| Units (Canada) | 3,300 |
| Hazard classes | electric shock |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | PetSmart stores nationwide and online from September 2015 through December 2015 for between $15 and $64. |
Description
This recall involves five models of Top Fin Power Filters. The models included in this recall are Top Fin Power Filters 10, 20, 30, 40 and 75. The filters are black with a trapezoid shaped top. The words "TOP FIN" are molded into the top of the filter. The filters were also sold as part of Top Fin 5.5- and 10-gallon LED aquarium kits.
Hazard
A conductor on the pump motor can become exposed and electrify the aquarium water, posing a shock hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled filters, unplug them from the power supply, remove from the aquarium, and contact United Pet Group for a free replacement power filter.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
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