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Electric ShockApril 19, 2012CPSC #12153

Sakar International Recalls Battery Chargers Due to Electrocution, Electric Shock Hazard

Product
Chargers & Adapters
Units affected
48,000
Remedy
replacement

What was recalled

The charger holds two AA or AAA batteries, is silver colored and has a sticker on the top which says "Digital Concepts" and "Compact Travel Charger". This recall involves item numbers CH-1600S and CH-1600-RS which are identified with the date code MID#: 0801110. Both numbers can be found on the white label on the underside of the charger. Also on the underside are three screws and a retractable power plug.

Hazard

The plastic holding the screws can break, causing the screws to come loose and the casing to separate. This can expose energized components, exposing users to electrocution or electric shock.

Injuries

Sakar International has not received any reports of the charger falling apart, or of electrocution or electric shock. No injuries have been reported.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • Cobra Digital, Lot-Less, Ocean State Jobbers and RadioShack from January 2011 through February 2012 for about $10.

Photos

Sakar International Battery ChargersSakar International Battery Chargers label
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