CPSC2007-04-18
Lamson & Sessions Recalls Floor Electrical Outlets Due to Shock or Electrocution Hazards
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Hazard
The recalled floor boxes are wired incorrectly, resulting in reverse polarity. This poses a shock or electrocution hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately unplug anything that is plugged into the floor box and contact Lamson & Sessions to determine if their floor box is included in the recall. Consumers with recalled units will receive a free repair.
Sold at
Homecenters, hardware retailers and electrical distributors nationwide between January 2005 and March 2007 for about $35.
Affected count
About 100,000
Injuries reported
Lamson & Sessions has received one report of an incident with the recalled floor boxes. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Carlon® Drop-In Floor Boxes
Consumer contact
For additional information, call Lamson & Sessions toll-free at (866) 636-1531 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit www.lamson-home.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2007/Lamson--Sessions-Recalls-Floor-Electrical-Outlets-Due-to-Shock-or-Electrocution-HazardsDon't want to check this manually?
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