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Howard Berger Recalls Extension Cords and Power Strips Due to Fire Hazard

  • Recalled 20 ft. Extension Cord
  • Recalled 12 ft. Extension Cord
  • Recalled Power Strip
Name of Product:
Indoor and Outdoor Extension Cords and Power Strips
Hazard:

The extension cords and power strips have inadequate coating material around the cords and copper conductors that are smaller than required, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Remedy:
Refund
Recall Date:
March 31, 2010
Units:

About 12,000

Consumer Contact

For additional information, contact Howard Berger at (800) 221-6895 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, visit the firm's Web site at www.hberger.com. Consumers can also email the firm at robertwinterstein@hberger.com.

Recall Details

Description:

This recall involves Brightway heavy duty outdoor extension cords and Brightway indoor household extension cords and power strips. Model numbers involved in the recall are R2600 through R2615 (outdoor extension cords), EE6 through EE20 (indoor extension cords) and MP6DG (power strips). "Brightway" is printed on the cords. Model numbers are printed on the product's packaging.

Remedy:

Consumers should immediately stop using the extension cords and power strips and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Incidents/Injuries:

None reported.

Sold At:
Hardware and discount stores nationwide from August 2009 through October 2009 for between $1 and $20.
Manufacturer(s):
Howard Berger Co. Inc., of Cranbury, N.J.
Manufactured In:
China
Recall number:
10-184

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