Burlington Coat Factory Recalls Power Strips Due to Fire Hazard

Recalled July 19, 2012 · CPSC recall 12230 · Burlington Coat Factory

Hazard

The power strips have undersized wiring which poses a risk of shock to consumers. In addition, the wiring and plastic strip fail to meet fire resistance safety standards, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Refund

Units

About 6,000

Incidents / injuries

None reported.

Description

This recall involves four designs of power strips. The vibrantly designed power strips come in four prints including, leopard, rose, skull and zebra. Model numbers 12256, 12257, 22563 and 22575 can be found on the six-outlet power strip.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the power strips and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund or store credit.

Contact

For additional information, please contact the firm toll-free at (888) 223-2628 between 8:30 a.m. through 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.burlingtoncoatfactory.com

Product

Lush Life® power strips

Imported by

Lush Life, of LaJolla, Calif.

Distributed by

Burlington Coat Factory, of Burlington, N.J.

Retailers

Burlington Coat Factory, The Container Store and other retail stores nationwide from July 2011 through March 2012 for about $10.

Made in

China

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