Recalls / 2017-10-10

Outlet Converters Recalled by Ningbo Litesun Electric with Home Depot Due to Shock and Fire Hazards

18006 · Recalled 2017-10-10 · CPSC page

Description

This recall involves commercial electric 15-amp triplex outlet converters, also known as taps, with model number LA-05 and UPC 818897010121. The white plastic converters convert a single electrical outlet into three outlets with an outlet plug on the left, front and right side of the tap. The outlet taps measure 1.7 inches tall by 1.3 inches wide by 1.69 inches deep. On the front facing outlet, neutral and line (power socket) sizes are reversed. The model number is printed on the mold on the side that the prongs are located and the UPC number is printed on a sticker on the top of the converter along with the UL listing.

Hazards

The outlet converters front outlet prongs are not configured correctly, resulting in reverse polarity when plugs inserted, posing shock and fire hazards.

Reported injuries

The firm has received one report of a consumer who was shocked while using an outlet converter.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled outlet converters and contact Home Depot for a full refund.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Outlet converters		About 42,000

Parties

Manufacturer: Ningbo Litesun Electric Co. Ltd.
Importer: Home Depot Product Authority LLC, of Atlanta, Ga.
Made in: China
Sold at: Home Depot, online at www.HomeDepot.com

Consumer contact

Home Depot toll-free at 877-527-0313 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Saturday or online at www.homedepot.com and click on “Product Recalls” located under customer service for more information.

More images

Location of model number LA-05 on the outlet converter

UPC 818897010121 is printed on a sticker

Source: CPSC recall 18006. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.