United Pet Group Recalls Top Fin Power Filters for Aquariums Due to Shock Hazard; Sold Exclusively at PetSmart

Active Recall Announced March 1, 2016 CPSC #16111

Quick answer

United Pet Group Recalls Top Fin Power Filters for Aquariums Due to Shock Hazard; Sold Exclusively at PetSmart is CPSC recall #16111, announced on March 1, 2016. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves five models of Top Fin Power Filters. The models included in this recall are Top Fin Power Filters 10, 20, 30, 40 and 75. The filters are black with a trapezoid shaped top. The words "TOP FIN" are molded into the top of the filter. The filters were also sold as part of Top Fin 5.5- and 10-gallon LED aquarium kits. The remedy is consumers should immediately stop using the recalled filters, unplug them from the power supply, remove from the aquarium, and contact united pet group for a free replacement power filter.. Affected brand: United Pet Group.

Hazard

This recall involves five models of Top Fin Power Filters. The models included in this recall are Top Fin Power Filters 10, 20, 30, 40 and 75. The filters are black with a trapezoid shaped top. The words "TOP FIN" are molded into the top of the filter. The filters were also sold as part of Top Fin 5.5- and 10-gallon LED aquarium kits.

Affected products

Top Fin™ Power Filters for Aquariums

Recalled brands

United Pet Group

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled filters, unplug them from the power supply, remove from the aquarium, and contact United Pet Group for a free replacement power filter.

Recall date

March 1, 2016

Categories

Aquariums or Accessories

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #16111?

CPSC recall #16111 covers United Pet Group Recalls Top Fin Power Filters for Aquariums Due to Shock Hazard; Sold Exclusively at PetSmart, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on March 1, 2016. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves five models of Top Fin Power Filters. The models included in this recall are Top Fin Power Filters 10, 20, 30, 40 and 75. The filters are black with a trapezoid shaped top. The words "TOP FIN" are molded into the top of the filter. The filters were also sold as part of Top Fin 5.5- and 10-gallon LED aquarium kits.

What is the remedy for recall #16111?

The CPSC remedy for recall #16111 is consumers should immediately stop using the recalled filters, unplug them from the power supply, remove from the aquarium, and contact united pet group for a free replacement power filter.. 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 United Pet Group Recalls Top Fin Power Filters for Aquariums Due to Shock Hazard; Sold Exclusively at PetSmart 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/2016/United-Pet-Group-Recalls-Top-Fin-Power-Filters-for-Aquariums. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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