Recalls / 2004-05-11

CPSC, E & B Giftware LLC Announce Recall of Universal Electric Outlet Adaptor Plugs

04133 · Recalled 2004-05-11 · CPSC page

Recalled Universal Electric Outlet Adaptor Plug

Description

These universal electric outlet adaptor plugs were sold as either the Worldwide or Universal Adaptor Plug under four brand names: Samsonite, Royal Traveller, American Tourister and El Portal. "MODEL: 1804" is written on the bottom of the adaptor plug. They contain three adaptor plugs, which are used by travelers worldwide to connect electrical plugs into electrical sockets. The adaptors include a hard plastic case, which houses the three different plugs. A knob on the top of the product can be turned to extend the plugs for use.

Hazards

Multiple metal plugs can be extended from the product at one time. Consumers touching an exposed plug, while the adaptor is inserted into an electric outlet, can receive an electric shock.

Reported injuries

None reported.

Remedy

Stop using the adaptor plugs immediately and call E & B Giftware LLC for a replacement item of comparable value or a refund.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Universal Electric Outlet Adaptor Plug		About 187,000

Parties

Manufacturer: E and B Giftware LLC
Made in: China
Sold at: Travel stores, airport gift shops, gift stores, luggage stores, discount department, from January 2001 through March 2004, for about $13.

Consumer contact

Call E & B Giftware LLC toll-free at (800) 624-5671 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

Source: CPSC recall 04133. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.