Whistler Recalls Jump&Go Portable Jumpstart and Power Supply Units Due to Fire Hazard

Active Recall Announced April 28, 2015 CPSC #15123

Quick answer

Whistler Recalls Jump&Go Portable Jumpstart and Power Supply Units Due to Fire Hazard is CPSC recall #15123, announced on April 28, 2015. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves Jump&Go Portable Jumpstart & Power Supply 12V power supplies, with model numbers starting with WJS-3000. The pocket-sized jumpstart power supplies measure about 5.1 inches tall x 3 inches wide x 0.9 inches deep; and were sold in red, black, yellow and pink. They have detachable jumper cables; built-in high output LED flashlight with emergency flashing patterns; and a USB port to charge phones, tablets and cameras among other electronic devices. The Jump&Go and Whistler logos are printed on the front of the unit. Recalled units have date codes in YYYY/WW format from 201404 through 201439. The model number and date code are on the back of the unit under the colored silicone boot. The date code is stamped directly on the case adjacent to the operational label. The model number is on the operational label. Units that have a serial number on the operation label are not included in this recall. The remedy is consumers should immediately stop using the recalled unit and contact whistler for a free replacement, including shipping to return the recalled unit.. Affected brand: The Whistler Group, Inc..

Hazard

This recall involves Jump&Go Portable Jumpstart & Power Supply 12V power supplies, with model numbers starting with WJS-3000. The pocket-sized jumpstart power supplies measure about 5.1 inches tall x 3 inches wide x 0.9 inches deep; and were sold in red, black, yellow and pink. They have detachable jumper cables; built-in high output LED flashlight with emergency flashing patterns; and a USB port to charge phones, tablets and cameras among other electronic devices. The Jump&Go and Whistler logos are printed on the front of the unit. Recalled units have date codes in YYYY/WW format from 201404 through 201439. The model number and date code are on the back of the unit under the colored silicone boot. The date code is stamped directly on the case adjacent to the operational label. The model number is on the operational label. Units that have a serial number on the operation label are not included in this recall.

Affected products

Portable jumpstart power supplies

Recalled brands

The Whistler Group, Inc.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled unit and contact Whistler for a free replacement, including shipping to return the recalled unit.

Recall date

April 28, 2015

Categories

Batteries and Chargers

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #15123?

CPSC recall #15123 covers Whistler Recalls Jump&Go Portable Jumpstart and Power Supply Units Due to Fire Hazard, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on April 28, 2015. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves Jump&Go Portable Jumpstart & Power Supply 12V power supplies, with model numbers starting with WJS-3000. The pocket-sized jumpstart power supplies measure about 5.1 inches tall x 3 inches wide x 0.9 inches deep; and were sold in red, black, yellow and pink. They have detachable jumper cables; built-in high output LED flashlight with emergency flashing patterns; and a USB port to charge phones, tablets and cameras among other electronic devices. The Jump&Go and Whistler logos are printed on the front of the unit. Recalled units have date codes in YYYY/WW format from 201404 through 201439. The model number and date code are on the back of the unit under the colored silicone boot. The date code is stamped directly on the case adjacent to the operational label. The model number is on the operational label. Units that have a serial number on the operation label are not included in this recall.

What is the remedy for recall #15123?

The CPSC remedy for recall #15123 is consumers should immediately stop using the recalled unit and contact whistler for a free replacement, including shipping to return the recalled unit.. 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 Whistler Recalls Jump&Go Portable Jumpstart and Power Supply Units 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/2015/Whistler-Recalls-Jump-and-Go-Portable-Jumpstart-and-Power-Supply-Units. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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