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Product recall · CPSCMay 24, 2018Serious
Bluefin Wireless Phone Chargers
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The wireless phone charger can overheat while in use, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
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Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chargers and contact Bluefin for a full refund.
Who to contact: Bluefin toll-free at 877-211-7220 ext. 145 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at recall@logoincluded.com or online at www.logoincluded.com and click on the recall link at the bottom of the page for more information.
The product
This recall involves wireless smart phone chargers with model number AC16B printed on the bottom. The recalled chargers are circular and have clear edges and a white plastic center with black trim. They measure about 3.9" in diameter and 0.4" tall . A black USB cable is included with the chargers.
Details
- Units affected
- About 3,000
- Recall date
- May 24, 2018
- Brand
- Bluefin International, of Cumming, Ga.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- The firm has received three reports of the phone chargers overheating. No injuries have been reported.
AC16B
Distributed as a free promotional item to attendees at the FICO World tradeshow in Miami Beach, Florida and other events and the ad specialty channel in April 2018.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Bluefin Recalls Wireless Phone Chargers Due to Burn Hazard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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