CPSC, STK International Announce Recall of Extension Cords

Active Recall Announced July 30, 2002 CPSC #02217

Quick answer

CPSC, STK International Announce Recall of Extension Cords is CPSC recall #02217, announced on July 30, 2002. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The recalled extension cords were sold in brown (model EC-222) or white (model EC-221) and are approximately 5 feet by 3 inches long. The model numbers are printed in the upper right corner of the packaging. The cords were packaged in a mustard and orange color sleeve with the words, "5 Household Extension Cords" and "Made in China" printed on the front. The "Volt Master" logo is printed in the left corner of the packaging. "YWC-981 8 CHINA E157848" is printed on the cord. The remedy is consumers should stop using and unplug these extension cords immediately and return them to stk international for a refund, including postage. consumers should mail their extension cords to the attention of ec-221/ ec-222 recall, stk international, inc., 5500 east olympic boulevard los angeles, california 90022.. Affected brand: STK International Inc., Los Angeles, Calif..

Hazard

The recalled extension cords were sold in brown (model EC-222) or white (model EC-221) and are approximately 5 feet by 3 inches long. The model numbers are printed in the upper right corner of the packaging. The cords were packaged in a mustard and orange color sleeve with the words, "5 Household Extension Cords" and "Made in China" printed on the front. The "Volt Master" logo is printed in the left corner of the packaging. "YWC-981 8 CHINA E157848" is printed on the cord.

Affected products

Volt Master Extension Cords

Recalled brands

STK International Inc., Los Angeles, Calif.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using and unplug these extension cords immediately and return them to STK International for a refund, including postage. Consumers should mail their extension cords to the attention of EC-221/ EC-222 Recall, STK International, Inc., 5500 East Olympic Boulevard Los Angeles, California 90022.

Recall date

July 30, 2002

Categories

Extension Cords/Power Strips/Surge Protectors

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #02217?

CPSC recall #02217 covers CPSC, STK International Announce Recall of Extension Cords, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on July 30, 2002. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The recalled extension cords were sold in brown (model EC-222) or white (model EC-221) and are approximately 5 feet by 3 inches long. The model numbers are printed in the upper right corner of the packaging. The cords were packaged in a mustard and orange color sleeve with the words, "5 Household Extension Cords" and "Made in China" printed on the front. The "Volt Master" logo is printed in the left corner of the packaging. "YWC-981 8 CHINA E157848" is printed on the cord.

What is the remedy for recall #02217?

The CPSC remedy for recall #02217 is consumers should stop using and unplug these extension cords immediately and return them to stk international for a refund, including postage. consumers should mail their extension cords to the attention of ec-221/ ec-222 recall, stk international, inc., 5500 east olympic boulevard los angeles, california 90022.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.

I sell this product on Shopify. What do I need to do?

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Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-STK-International-Announce-Recall-of-Extension-Cords-. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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