Recalls / 2012-02-01

The Container Store Recalls Brightly-Colored Power Strips Due to Fire Hazard

12097 · Recalled 2012-02-01 · CPSC page

Description

This recall involves three designs of brightly-colored, six-outlet power strips with model number 8001-6 embossed on the back. Power strip designs include Pop Power Strip in Scroll (black with white scroll), Dot (blue with orange, white and lime green dots and a lime green cord), and Zebra (black and white zebra stripes). The power strips have three-foot power cords. "Lush Life® power strips by design" is printed on the product's packaging.

Hazards

The power strips have undersized wiring, and the wiring and plastic strip fail to meet the requirements for fire resistance, posing a fire hazard.

Reported injuries

None reported.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled power strips immediately and return them to any of The Container Store locations for a full refund plus a $15 merchandise card.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Lush Life® power strips		About 7,200

Parties

Importer: The Container Store Inc., of Coppell, Texas
Made in: China
Sold at: The Container, on the firm's website www.containerstore.com

Consumer contact

For additional information, consumers should contact The Container Store toll-free at (888) 266-8246 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. CT Monday through Saturday, and between 9 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT on Sunday, or visit the firm's website at www.containerstore.com

Source: CPSC recall 12097. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.