CPSC, Franzus Company LLC Announce Recall of International Adapter Plugs

Active Recall Announced July 2, 2003 CPSC #03154

Quick answer

CPSC, Franzus Company LLC Announce Recall of International Adapter Plugs is CPSC recall #03154, announced on July 2, 2003. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The black or white plastic adapter plugs have names of specific countries or regions where the plugs are intended for use written on the side. The writing includes "NORTHERN EUROPE," "GREAT BRITAIN," "NO. AMERICA," "AUSTRALIA," and "SO. EUROPE." Except for the names of these countries and regions, the recalled plugs have no other writing on them. Plugs with "MADE IN USA" printed between the prongs, or that have a screw between the prongs, are not included in the recall. The remedy is free replacement adapter plugs.. Affected brand: Franzus Company LLC.

Hazard

The black or white plastic adapter plugs have names of specific countries or regions where the plugs are intended for use written on the side. The writing includes "NORTHERN EUROPE," "GREAT BRITAIN," "NO. AMERICA," "AUSTRALIA," and "SO. EUROPE." Except for the names of these countries and regions, the recalled plugs have no other writing on them. Plugs with "MADE IN USA" printed between the prongs, or that have a screw between the prongs, are not included in the recall.

Affected products

International Adapter Plugs

Recalled brands

Franzus Company LLC

Remedy

Free replacement adapter plugs.

Recall date

July 2, 2003

Categories

Adapter/Power Supply/Charger/Battery

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #03154?

CPSC recall #03154 covers CPSC, Franzus Company LLC Announce Recall of International Adapter Plugs, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on July 2, 2003. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The black or white plastic adapter plugs have names of specific countries or regions where the plugs are intended for use written on the side. The writing includes "NORTHERN EUROPE," "GREAT BRITAIN," "NO. AMERICA," "AUSTRALIA," and "SO. EUROPE." Except for the names of these countries and regions, the recalled plugs have no other writing on them. Plugs with "MADE IN USA" printed between the prongs, or that have a screw between the prongs, are not included in the recall.

What is the remedy for recall #03154?

The CPSC remedy for recall #03154 is free replacement adapter plugs.. 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?

If you sell CPSC, Franzus Company LLC Announce Recall of International Adapter Plugs on Shopify, stop selling the affected units immediately, notify customers who purchased them, and consider whether you have a Section 15(b) reporting obligation to the CPSC. RecallDocket helps Shopify merchants identify affected SKUs and prepare the required safety report.

Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2003/CPSC-Franzus-Company-LLC-Announce-Recall-of-International-Adapter-Plugs-. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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