CPSC Recalls

Recalls / 2007-03-08

Dollar Stop Plus Recalls Extension Cords for Fire, Shock, Electrocution Hazards

07532 · Recalled 2007-03-08 · CPSC page

Recalled Extension Cord
Recalled Extension Cord

Description

The recalled product is a 15-foot white extension cord with green wrap-around green label with bold red and white lettering. The label reads "15 Ft HOUSEHOLD EXTENSION CORD." The "UL" symbol appears on the label. The cord has a silver UL holographic trademark tag, with "07/99, BV-7582, 13A 125V, 1875 W" printed on it. The cord is marked: SPT-2, 16AWGX2C, VW-1, 60° C.

Hazards

These extension cords have undersized wiring, and fail to connect properly at the plug and receptacle ends. This poses fire, shock and electrocution hazards to consumers.

Reported injuries

None reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using these extension cords and contact the firm for a full refund or exchange for same value.

Products

NameModelUnits
15-Foot Extension CordsAbout 40

Parties

Distributor
Dollar Stop Plus, of Chicago, Ill.
Made in
China
Sold at
The Dollar Stop Plus store in Chicago, Ill., from October 2003 through June 2005 for about $1.

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact Dollar Stop collect at (773) 539-6036 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.

Source: CPSC recall 07532. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.