CPSC recall 00013b, announced November 4, 1999, covers Woods Industries Model 28003 ACDelco extension cord reels (about 1,000 units). The housing of the extension cord reels could become energized, resulting in electrical shock or electrocution. The notice reports no incidents. Unplug the cord reels immediately and stop using them. Recall contact: call (800) 224-1118.
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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.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
A label on the back of the cord reel has catalog number "28003." Next to that label is another clear label with a date code of "Y MY" or "Y JE," meaning it was manufactured in May or June 1999.
Which products are included?
The round extension cord reels are made of metal, are red, and contain a black 30-foot retractable extension cord. They have "ACDelco" printed in black letters on the case. A label on the back of the cord reel has catalog number "28003." Next to that label is another clear label with a date code of "Y MY" or "Y JE," meaning it was manufactured in May or June 1999. On the bottom of the extension cord reel, where the mounting ring is attached, there is a silver-colored stud with no markings on the flat head of the stud. If the flat head of the stud has a red, blue, or green colored marking, the cord reel has already been inspected and is not part of this recall. If the extension cord reel's box has a green dot or a "100% good" stamp near the UPC code, it is not part of the recall.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhat to look for
- Also in the notice
- Date codes and UPC codes. Compare these as well.
- Where to look
a label on the back of the cord reel
(the notice’s words)- When sold
- July 1999 through September 1999
- Where sold
- Lowe's, among the sellers the notice names
- Price paid
- $35
Why it was recalled
The housing of the extension cord reels could become energized, resulting in electrical shock or electrocution.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Unplug the cord reels immediately and stop using them. Woods Industries is offering consumers either a refund or a free replacement extension cord reel. To get a refund, consumers should return their reels to any Lowe's Home Improvement Warehouse.
What to do now
- Check the product. This notice lists no model numbers. Compare yours with the description and photos in the official notice.
- Stop using it. The notice says to stop using recalled units immediately.
- Contact the firm. Call (800) 224-1118.
- Read the official notice. The CPSC notice is the final word on which units are included and what to do.
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Product and sales details
- Brand
- Woods Industries
- Manufacturer
- Woods Industries, Inc., of Carmel, Ind.
- Product type
- Extension cords, Power strips
- Recall number
- 00013b
- Units
- About 1,000
- Sold at / sales period
- The cord reels were sold at Lowe's Home Improvement Warehouse stores nationwide, from July 1999 through September 1999, for about $35.
Model 28003 ACDelco extension cord reels
CPSC product type: Extension Cords/Power Strips/Surge Protectors
This recall in context
Compared with the 41 extension cord recalls in this index, as of October 31, 2026.
- Size
- 1,000 units: the 18th-largest of 21 extension cord recalls that state a unit count. The median is 30,000 units.
- Hazard
- Electric shock: named in 33 of 41 extension cord recalls, the most common hazard among them.
- Brand history
- Woods Industries is named in 2 CPSC notices in this index, from 1999 to 2000. This recall is the earliest. 2 of them are extension cord recalls.
- Time on sale
- 3 months. Recalled 2 months after the last month of sales the notice gives.
Recall contact information
To get instructions on obtaining a free replacement reel or for more information about this recall, consumers should call Woods Industries at (800) 224-1118.
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
Know someone who has one?
Recalls only work when owners hear about them. Send this notice to family or friends who might own the same product.
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