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Product recall · CPSCMarch 26, 2026Serious
CCCEI Brand Power Strips
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The power strips do not contain supplementary overcurrent protection, which creates a risk of fire if the power strips are overloaded. The resulting fire can cause serious injury or death from smoke inhalation and burns.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — The agency describes a risk of serious injury or death.
What it looks like
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What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the CCCEI power strips and contact Middle Way Electronics to receive a full refund.
Who to contact: Middle Way Electronics email at CCCEIpowerstrips@outlook.com.
The product
This recall involves CCCEI-branded power strips with 6ft, 10ft, and 15 ft power cords. The power strips have a black metal enclosure with six receptacles made of black plastic and individual on/off switches for each receptacle. The back of the power strip has a white label that says: "Relocatable Power Taps. Caution keep children away. To reduce the risk of electric shock, use only indoors, risk of electrical shock. Do not plug into another relocatable power taps or an extension cord. Use only in dry location. Made in China"
Details
- Units affected
- About 5,543
- Recall date
- March 26, 2026
- Made or distributed by
- Middle Way Electronics, of China
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- Middle Way Electronics has received two reports of the power strips sparking and melting. No fires or injuries have been reported.
Online at Amazon.com from April 2024 to January 2026 for between $23 and $30.
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: “CCCEI Brand Power Strips Recalled Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Fire; Sold by Middle Way Electronics”
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