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Howard Berger Recalls Extension Cords and Power Strips Due to Fire Hazard

Recalled March 31, 2010 · CPSC recall 10184 · Howard Berger

Recalled 12-ft. Extension CordsRecalled 20-ft. Extension CordRecalled Power Strip
Hazard
The extension cords and power strips have inadequate coating material around the cords and copper conductors that are smaller than required, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the extension cords and power strips and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Units
About 12,000
Incidents / injuries
None reported.

Description

This recall involves Brightway heavy duty outdoor extension cords and Brightway indoor household extension cords and power strips. Model numbers involved in the recall are R2600 through R2615 (outdoor extension cords), EE6 through EE20 (indoor extension cords) and MP6DG (power strips). "Brightway" is printed on the cords. Model numbers are printed on the product's packaging.

What to do

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

Contact

For additional information, contact Howard Berger at (800) 221-6895 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, visit the firm's Web site at www.hberger.com. Consumers can also email the firm at [email protected]

Product
Indoor and Outdoor Extension Cords and Power Strips
Manufacturer(s)
Howard Berger Co. Inc., of Cranbury, N.J.
Retailers
Hardware and discount stores nationwide from August 2009 through October 2009 for between $1 and $20.
Made in
China

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