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Product recall · CPSCApril 19, 2012Worth checking
Sakar International Battery Chargers Due to Electrocution, Electric Shock Hazard
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The plastic holding the screws can break, causing the screws to come loose and the casing to separate. This can expose energized components, exposing users to electrocution or electric shock.
The Recall Registry rates this worth checking — we found nothing in the notice describing a specific injury. A recall covers only the versions, UPCs or date codes it names, so check those against yours.
What it looks like
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What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled battery charger and contact Sakar International Inc. for a replacement product.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Sakar International Inc. toll free at (877) 397-8200 at any time or visit the firm's website at www.sakar.com/recall
The product
The charger holds two AA or AAA batteries, is silver colored and has a sticker on the top which says "Digital Concepts" and "Compact Travel Charger". This recall involves item numbers CH-1600S and CH-1600-RS which are identified with the date code MID#: 0801110. Both numbers can be found on the white label on the underside of the charger. Also on the underside are three screws and a retractable power plug.
Details
- Units affected
- About 48,000
- Recall date
- April 19, 2012
- Brand
- Sakar International Inc. of Edison, N.J.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- Sakar International has not received any reports of the charger falling apart, or of electrocution or electric shock. No injuries have been reported.
CH-1600S
Cobra Digital, Lot-Less, Ocean State Jobbers and RadioShack from January 2011 through February 2012 for about $10.
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: “Sakar International Recalls Battery Chargers Due to Electrocution, Electric Shock 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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