Tectron International Recalls USB Chargers Due to Fire Hazard
What was recalled
The 3-in-1 USB charging cable is used to charge iPhone4S/4G/3GS/3G, iPhone5, iPad mini/iPad4 and android phones. The 10-foot white cord has a USB plug on one end. The other end has 3 plugs: 30-pin plug for the iPad First Generation and iPhone 4S and earlier models; Lightning plug for the iPhone5 and later models and the iPad 2 and later models; and mini USB plug. The cable comes in a transparent sealed pouch. Item NO. USB29B is printed on label on the outside of the pouch.
Hazard
The charger can overheat while in use, posing a fire hazard.
Injuries
Two incidents reported the USB charger melting. No injuries or property damage were reported.
Made in
China
Where it was sold
- Distributors for school fundraisers from July 2014 to August 2014 for about $3.50.
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