Recall 15-016, published October 30, 2014
Tectron International 3-in-1 USB phone charger
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
Affected model numbers
IPHONE5USB29B is printed on label on the outside of the pouch.
Which products are included?
The 3-in-1 USB charging cable is used to charge iPhone4S/4G/3GS/3G, iPhone5, iPad mini/iPad4 and android phones. The 10-foot white cord has a USB plug on one end. The other end has 3 plugs: 30-pin plug for the iPad First Generation and iPhone 4S and earlier models; Lightning plug for the iPhone5 and later models and the iPad 2 and later models; and mini USB plug. The cable comes in a transparent sealed pouch. Item NO. USB29B is printed on label on the outside of the pouch.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The charger can overheat while in use, posing a fire hazard.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the charger and contact Tectron International to request a mailing label to return the merchandise. Mailing labels will be emailed to customers.
What should I do if I have IPHONE5?
- Confirm the model number. Find the label and compare every letter and digit with IPHONE5, then check the item or SKU numbers the notice lists.
- Stop using it. The notice says to stop using recalled units immediately.
- Contact the firm. Call (844) 582-3152, or go to www.tectronint.com.
- Get the remedy. This recall offers a refund.
- Read the official notice. The CPSC notice is the final word on which units are included and what to do.
- Brand
- Tectron International
- Recall published
- October 30, 2014
- Category
- Home Electronics
- Units
- About 55,000
- Sold at / sales period
- Distributors for school fundraisers from July 2014 to August 2014 for about $3.50.
