CPSC2014-04-29
DGL Group Recalls Vibe USB Mobile Power Bars Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Five Below
DGL Group Ltd., of Edison, N.J.
Hazard
The power bar can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled power bar, unplug it from the electrical outlet and return it to the DGL Group for a full refund and a $5 coupon towards another purchase at Five Below.
Sold at
Five Below stores nationwide from January 2014 to March 2014 for about $5.
Affected count
About 99,000
Injuries reported
DGL Group has received six reports of incidents involving melted parts, smoking, leaking batteries and fire resulting in reports of bursting power bars and minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Vibe USB Mobile Power Bar
Consumer contact
DGL Group toll-free at (888) 456-4251 from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.dglusa.com and click on "Safety Recall" for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2014/DGL-Group-Recalls-Vibe-USB-Mobile-Power-BarsDon't want to check this manually?
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