Recalls / 2002-05-16

CPSC, E-filliate Inc. Announce Recall of Extension Cords

02162 · Recalled 2002-05-16 · CPSC page

Recalled Ziotek single-receptacle extension cord

Description

The recalled Ziotek brand extension cords are black and about one to two feet long. The letters "MSL" are imprinted on the cord's three-pronged plug. The single-receptacle cords have the website, www.ziotek.com, printed on the cord; while the double-receptacle cords have the name "ZIO TEK" printed on the splitter. These extension cords were manufactured in China. Cords that have the letters "MSL" imprinted on the plug, but which also have a yellow "QC" label wrapped around the cord, are not included in this recall.

Hazards

The cords have reversed polarity, which can present electric shock and electrocution hazards to consumers.

Reported injuries

E-filliate has received one report of reverse polarity, though no one has been injured.

Remedy

Consumers should unplug the cords immediately and call E-filliate to receive a prepaid shipping label, to return the cord and to select a free replacement or a full refund. Consumers who return the recalled product will also receive a 10 percent discount on a Cyberguys product.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Ziotek brand extension cords		About 30,000

Parties

Importer: E-filliate Inc., of Rancho Cordova, Calif.
Made in: China
Sold at: "Cyberguys" catalogs, the "Cyberguys" website (www.cyberguys.com) sold the extension cords nationwide, from January 2002 through March 2002, for, $3.

Consumer contact

Consumers may call E-filliate at (800) 327-6703 between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday. Consumers can visit www.cyberguys.com for information.

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Recalled Ziotek double-receptacle extension cord

The letters "MSL" are imprinted on the recalled cord's three-pronged plug

Source: CPSC recall 02162. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.