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

Active Recall Announced March 31, 2010 CPSC #10184

Quick answer

Howard Berger Recalls Extension Cords and Power Strips Due to Fire Hazard is CPSC recall #10184, announced on March 31, 2010. The CPSC cites the following hazard: 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. The remedy is consumers should immediately stop using the extension cords and power strips and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.. Affected brand: Howard Berger Co. Inc..

Hazard

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.

Affected products

Indoor and Outdoor Extension Cords and Power Strips

Recalled brands

Howard Berger Co. Inc.

Remedy

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

Recall date

March 31, 2010

Categories

Extension Cords/Power Strips/Surge Protectors

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #10184?

CPSC recall #10184 covers Howard Berger Recalls Extension Cords and Power Strips Due to Fire Hazard, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on March 31, 2010. The CPSC cites the following hazard: 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 is the remedy for recall #10184?

The CPSC remedy for recall #10184 is consumers should immediately stop using the extension cords and power strips and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.. 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 Howard Berger Recalls Extension Cords and Power Strips Due to Fire Hazard 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/2010/Howard-Berger-Recalls-Extension-Cords-and-Power-Strips-Due-to-Fire-Hazard. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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