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CPSC, E-filliate Inc. Announce Recall of Extension Cords

Recalled May 16, 2002 · CPSC recall 02162 · E-filliate

Recalled Ziotek single-receptacle extension cordRecalled Ziotek double-receptacle extension cordThe letters "MSL" are imprinted on the recalled cord's three-pronged plug
Hazard
The cords have reversed polarity, which can present electric shock and electrocution hazards to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should unplug the cords immediately and call E-filliate to receive a prepaid shipping label, to return the cord and to select a free replacement or a full refund. Consumers who return the recalled product will also receive a 10 percent discount on a Cyberguys product.
Units
About 30,000
Incidents / injuries
E-filliate has received one report of reverse polarity, though no one has been injured.

Description

The recalled Ziotek brand extension cords are black and about one to two feet long. The letters "MSL" are imprinted on the cord's three-pronged plug. The single-receptacle cords have the website, www.ziotek.com, printed on the cord; while the double-receptacle cords have the name "ZIO TEK" printed on the splitter. These extension cords were manufactured in China. Cords that have the letters "MSL" imprinted on the plug, but which also have a yellow "QC" label wrapped around the cord, are not included in this recall.

What to do

Consumers should unplug the cords immediately and call E-filliate to receive a prepaid shipping label, to return the cord and to select a free replacement or a full refund. Consumers who return the recalled product will also receive a 10 percent discount on a Cyberguys product.

Contact

Consumers may call E-filliate at (800) 327-6703 between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday. Consumers can visit www.cyberguys.com for information.

Product
Ziotek brand extension cords
Imported by
E-filliate Inc., of Rancho Cordova, Calif.
Retailers
"Cyberguys" catalogs and the "Cyberguys" website (www.cyberguys.com) sold the extension cords nationwide, from January 2002 through March 2002, for between $2 and $3.
Made in
China

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