CPSC recall 04-133, announced May 11, 2004, covers E and B Giftware Universal Electric Outlet Adaptor Plug (about 187,000 units). Multiple metal plugs can be extended from the product at one time. The notice reports no incidents. Stop using the adaptor plugs immediately and call E & B Giftware LLC for a replacement item of comparable value or a refund. Recall contact: call (800) 624-5671.
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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.
Which products are included?
These universal electric outlet adaptor plugs were sold as either the Worldwide or Universal Adaptor Plug under four brand names: Samsonite, Royal Traveller, American Tourister and El Portal. "MODEL: 1804" is written on the bottom of the adaptor plug. They contain three adaptor plugs, which are used by travelers worldwide to connect electrical plugs into electrical sockets. The adaptors include a hard plastic case, which houses the three different plugs. A knob on the top of the product can be turned to extend the plugs for use.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhat to look for
- When sold
- January 2001 through March 2004
- Price paid
- $13
Why it was recalled
Multiple metal plugs can be extended from the product at one time. Consumers touching an exposed plug, while the adaptor is inserted into an electric outlet, can receive an electric shock.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Stop using the adaptor plugs immediately and call E & B Giftware LLC for a replacement item of comparable value or a refund.
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) 624-5671.
- 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
- E and B Giftware
- Manufacturer
- E and B Giftware LLC, of Yonkers, N.Y.
- Recall number
- 04-133
- Units
- About 187,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Travel stores, airport gift shops, gift stores, luggage stores and discount department stores nationwide, from January 2001 through March 2004, for about $13.
Universal Electric Outlet Adaptor Plug
CPSC product type: Electrical Outlets & Accessories
This recall in context
Compared with the 75 electrical recalls in this index, as of October 31, 2026.
- Size
- 187,000 units: the 7th-largest of 43 electrical recalls that state a unit count. The median is 30,000 units.
- Hazard
- Electric shock: named in 52 of 75 electrical recalls, the most common hazard among them.
- Time on sale
- About 3 years. Recalled 2 months after the last month of sales the notice gives.
Recall contact information
Call E & B Giftware LLC toll-free at (800) 624-5671 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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