CPSC2011-07-27
Child Safety Latches and Outlet Covers Recalled by Prime-Line; Screw Breaks Can Allow Unintended Access
Prime-Line, of Redlands, Calif.
Hazard
The screws on the safety latches and outlet covers can loosen and/or break. When this happens, young children can gain access to electrical outlets and other potentially hazardous items.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately contact Prime-Line to receive a free replacement kit.
Sold at
Drawer and cabinet latches were sold at Ace Hardware, Bostwic-Braun, Cal-Do-It Centers, Do-It-Best, Friedman Brothers, Menards, Orgill, The Andersons Inc. and True Value stores nationwide between October 2010 and June 2011 for between $2.50 and $2.70. Outlet covers were sold at Ace Hardware, Cimarron Lumber & Supply, Do-It-Best, Friedman Brothers, Handy Hardware, Menards and W.E. Aubuchon stores nationwide between October 2009 and June 2011 for about $3.50.
Affected count
About 37,000
Injuries reported
Prime-Line has received four reports of screws breaking. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Replace
Products
Safety Latches and Outlet Covers
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Prime-Line toll-free at (855) 839-9555 anytime, or visit the firm's website at www.prime-line-products.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2011/Child-Safety-Latches-and-Outlet-Covers-Recalled-by-Prime-Line-Screw-Breaks-Can-Allow-Unintended-AccessDon't want to check this manually?
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