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Electric ShockMay 11, 2004CPSC #04133

CPSC, E & B Giftware LLC Announce Recall of Universal Electric Outlet Adaptor Plugs

Product
Electrical Outlets & Accessories
Units affected
187,000
Remedy
refund, replacement

What was recalled

These universal electric outlet adaptor plugs were sold as either the Worldwide or Universal Adaptor Plug under four brand names: Samsonite, Royal Traveller, American Tourister and El Portal. "MODEL: 1804" is written on the bottom of the adaptor plug. They contain three adaptor plugs, which are used by travelers worldwide to connect electrical plugs into electrical sockets. The adaptors include a hard plastic case, which houses the three different plugs. A knob on the top of the product can be turned to extend the plugs for use.

Hazard

Multiple metal plugs can be extended from the product at one time. Consumers touching an exposed plug, while the adaptor is inserted into an electric outlet, can receive an electric shock.

Injuries

None reported.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • Travel stores, airport gift shops, gift stores, luggage stores and discount department stores nationwide, from January 2001 through March 2004, for about $13.

Photos

Recalled Universal Electric Outlet Adaptor Plug
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