Electrical Wire Recalled by Cerro Wire due to Fire Hazard

Active Recall Announced August 18, 2010 CPSC #10319

Quick answer

Electrical Wire Recalled by Cerro Wire due to Fire Hazard is CPSC recall #10319, announced on August 18, 2010. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves THNN electrical wire labeled on its packaging as 12 gauge solid white 100' UPC 048243982721 and 12 gauge stranded red 50' UPC 048243229215. The actual wire has "THHN Cerro Wire 14 gauge" printed on it. The UPC number and 12 gauge is found on the plastic wrap and on a label at the bottom of the reel. The remedy is consumers should immediately stop using any switches, outlets or electrical devices using this wire and contact cerro wire for instructions on returning the product for a refund. any contractor or subcontractor who used this wire should inspect their work to see that their work meets local electrical wiring code.. Affected brand: Cerro Wire Inc..

Hazard

This recall involves THNN electrical wire labeled on its packaging as 12 gauge solid white 100' UPC 048243982721 and 12 gauge stranded red 50' UPC 048243229215. The actual wire has "THHN Cerro Wire 14 gauge" printed on it. The UPC number and 12 gauge is found on the plastic wrap and on a label at the bottom of the reel.

Affected products

THHN Electrical Wire

Recalled brands

Cerro Wire Inc.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using any switches, outlets or electrical devices using this wire and contact Cerro Wire for instructions on returning the product for a refund. Any contractor or subcontractor who used this wire should inspect their work to see that their work meets local electrical wiring code.

Recall date

August 18, 2010

Categories

Electric Wire or Wiring Systems

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #10319?

CPSC recall #10319 covers Electrical Wire Recalled by Cerro Wire due to Fire Hazard, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on August 18, 2010. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves THNN electrical wire labeled on its packaging as 12 gauge solid white 100' UPC 048243982721 and 12 gauge stranded red 50' UPC 048243229215. The actual wire has "THHN Cerro Wire 14 gauge" printed on it. The UPC number and 12 gauge is found on the plastic wrap and on a label at the bottom of the reel.

What is the remedy for recall #10319?

The CPSC remedy for recall #10319 is consumers should immediately stop using any switches, outlets or electrical devices using this wire and contact cerro wire for instructions on returning the product for a refund. any contractor or subcontractor who used this wire should inspect their work to see that their work meets local electrical wiring code.. 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 Electrical Wire Recalled by Cerro Wire 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/Electrical-Wire-Recalled-by-Cerro-Wire-due-to-Fire-Hazard. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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