CPSC2002-05-16
CPSC, E-filliate Inc. Announce Recall of Extension Cords
E-filliate Inc., of Rancho Cordova, Calif.
Hazard
The cords have reversed polarity, which can present electric shock and electrocution hazards to consumers.
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.
Sold at
"Cyberguys" catalogs and the "Cyberguys" website (www.cyberguys.com) sold the extension cords nationwide, from January 2002 through March 2002, for between $2 and $3.
Affected count
About 30,000
Injuries reported
E-filliate has received one report of reverse polarity, though no one has been injured.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Ziotek brand extension cords
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.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-E-filliate-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-Extension-Cords-Don't want to check this manually?
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