Gardner Bender Recalls Electrical Wire Splices Due to Shock and Fire Hazards

Active Recall Announced August 20, 2008 CPSC #08367

Quick answer

Gardner Bender Recalls Electrical Wire Splices Due to Shock and Fire Hazards is CPSC recall #08367, announced on August 20, 2008. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The recalled butt splices are used to connect electrical wires to one another. They are typically used for wiring small electrical appliances, like audio equipment, or in automotive applications. The splices are yellow insulated vinyl and measure about one inch long and ¼ inch wide. They were intended for use with 12-10 AWG wire. 12-10 is stamped on the side of the splices. Model numbers 10-126, or 21-126, and Gardner Bender are printed on the product's packaging. They were sold in packages of 8 or 50. The remedy is consumers should immediately stop using products that contain the recalled butt splices and contact the firm for free replacement splices.. Affected brand: Gardner Bender.

Hazard

The recalled butt splices are used to connect electrical wires to one another. They are typically used for wiring small electrical appliances, like audio equipment, or in automotive applications. The splices are yellow insulated vinyl and measure about one inch long and ¼ inch wide. They were intended for use with 12-10 AWG wire. 12-10 is stamped on the side of the splices. Model numbers 10-126, or 21-126, and Gardner Bender are printed on the product's packaging. They were sold in packages of 8 or 50.

Affected products

Electrical Wire Splices (also known as Butt Splice Connectors)

Recalled brands

Gardner Bender

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using products that contain the recalled butt splices and contact the firm for free replacement splices.

Recall date

August 20, 2008

Categories

Electrical Outlets & Accessories

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #08367?

CPSC recall #08367 covers Gardner Bender Recalls Electrical Wire Splices Due to Shock and Fire Hazards, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on August 20, 2008. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The recalled butt splices are used to connect electrical wires to one another. They are typically used for wiring small electrical appliances, like audio equipment, or in automotive applications. The splices are yellow insulated vinyl and measure about one inch long and ¼ inch wide. They were intended for use with 12-10 AWG wire. 12-10 is stamped on the side of the splices. Model numbers 10-126, or 21-126, and Gardner Bender are printed on the product's packaging. They were sold in packages of 8 or 50.

What is the remedy for recall #08367?

The CPSC remedy for recall #08367 is consumers should immediately stop using products that contain the recalled butt splices and contact the firm for free replacement splices.. 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 Gardner Bender Recalls Electrical Wire Splices Due to Shock and Fire Hazards 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/2008/Gardner-Bender-Recalls-Electrical-Wire-Splices-Due-to-Shock-and-Fire-Hazards. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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