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Belkin International Inc. Recalls SurgeMaster Surge Protectors Due to Shock Hazard

Recalled October 27, 2009 · CPSC recall 10024 · Belkin

Picture of rotating plug on Recalled Surge ProtectorPicture of Surge Protector Label
Hazard
The molding of the plastic 360 degree rotating plug, which allows for easy cord movement, can crack or detach from the plug assembly, posing a shock hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these power strips immediately and contact Belkin for a new replacement unit.
Units
About 68,700
Incidents / injuries
Belkin has received seven consumer complaints about cracking of the plug molding. No injuries were reported.

Description

This recall involves the SurgeMaster™ Surge Protector, models F9G930-10, F9G930v10, F9G930-10-W and F9G930-10-SN, all manufactured in 2003. The model number and date of manufacture are located on the underside of the unit. Gray models F9G930-10-GRY and F9G930fc10G-CL are not a part of this recall.

What to do

Consumers should stop using these power strips immediately and contact Belkin for a new replacement unit.

Contact

For more information, contact Belkin toll-free at 800-952-1465 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.belkin.com/recall

Product
SurgeMaster™ Surge Protectors
Imported by
Belkin International Inc., of Compton, Calif.
Retailers
Independent distributors nationwide and the internet by www.belkin.com from September 2003 through December 2007 for about $50.
Made in
China

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →